Ways
to Calm your unsettled baby
Read
the methods that I used to settle and calm my colicky
and fussy baby.
You will find hundreds of different ways to calm your baby on the internet
and I am sure your parents, siblings, friends, health visitors as well
as other sources have also provided you with lots of advice as well.
So
instead of bombarding you with more of the same I have only listed the
ones that worked well with my fussy, unsettled and colicky baby.
1.
WHITE NOISE
White Noise is a monotonous rhythmical noise which contains all the
frequencies audible to the ear so it can be used to mask out distracting
noises to your baby and at the same time simulate similar sounds heard
in the womb.
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more on white noise
Download
WHITE NOISE music to your PC for INSTANT USE
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2.
BABY MASSAGE
Massaging your baby helps releases both oxytocin and endorphins and
therefore can assist in relieving discomfort
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more on baby massage
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3.
SWADDLE
Swaddling is the ancient art of snugly wrapping your baby to help feel
safe and secure. It can keep the from being disturbed by their own startle
reflex.
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more on swaddling
Purchase
your Swaddle blanket here
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4.
BABY CARRYING
Baby carrying, also known as baby wearing, is exactly as it says on
the box - using a sling or other form of carrier to 'wear' your baby.
The benefits of baby carrying have been recorded for many years.
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more on baby carrying
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5.
DEVELOP A SLEEP ROUTINE
A regular bedtime routine, repeated at the same time every night, is
essential for creating good sleep habits. The routine should be calm
and gentle.
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more on baby sleep routines