Make baby more comfortable

Tips for calming a crying baby

Check to see if the baby needs changing
Check to see if the baby is hungry
Feed slowly and burp often
Check if the baby is too hot or too cold
Rock the baby
Run a vacuum cleaner within hearing range of the baby
Give the baby a pacifier
Play soft music, sing, or hum
Take the baby for a ride in the stroller
Put the baby in a baby swing, or vibrating bouncing seat
Strap the baby into a child safety seat and take the baby for a ride in the car
While sitting , lay the baby face down across your knees, and gently pat, or rub his/her back
Place the baby in their crib for a few minutes, they may calm down on their own
Hold against your chest, in your arms or in a soft infant carrier and walk, rock, or swing gently from side to side

If nothing seems to work:

Place baby in a safe place like a crib or playpen, on his/her back or side, in darkened room , and let your baby cry alone for a few minutes while you take a time out .
Take a deep breath and count to ten
Call a friend for emotional support
Call your pediatrician, there may be a medical reason why your child is crying.

TAKE A BREAK...DO NOT SHAKE THE BABY!!

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*Content from NYS Department of Health, Bureau of Injury Prevention