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2torial #0447:
Learn2 Cope with
a Crying Child (Continued)
 Adjust
Sometimes minor physical changes are necessary
to settle the baby's nerves.
- Rock gently: rock the baby in your arms or a
cradle or carriage. Do not shake the baby, as
this can harm him or her.
- Take a walk: Go for a walk with the baby in
a carrier, in a sling, or in your arms.
- Pass the baby off: A fresh set of arms can
do wonders. It can be amazingly straining to
care for a crying baby, and the baby can sense
your anguish.
- Go for a ride: When they need to relax,
babies generally respond well to car rides and
stroller rides. Remember - you drive. Please
secure the baby in an approved car seat before
starting the engine.
- Adjust excitement: A new world, new faces,
new language: there is a lot of excitement
involved with being a baby. Limit visitors if it
becomes too much for the baby.
Adjust air intake: Gulping of air can cause
great discomfort for baby. If you keep the baby
upright during feeding, you will keep the air
intake at a minimum.
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