Babies cry due to a lot of reasons. Since they can’t talk yet, crying is a baby’s way of communication and expressing what they feel to the parent or caregiver. Babies cry when they are hungry, sleepy, need a diaper change, uncomfortable, bored, and unwell. Babies cry differently depending on what they need and through time you’ll get to distinguish your babies needs with the way they cry.
Calming a fussy baby can be a huge challenge especially if you’re a new parent. There are plenty of things you need to try out and see which one works for your little one. If you’re looking for some techniques that would help you soothe and calm your fussy little one, here are some of the ways that are proven and tested to be effective in general.
Swaddling
Swaddling is one of the best techniques that helps keep a baby calm. The snug and warm feeling of the swaddle replicates the cosy feeling inside the womb, making a baby feel calm and relaxed. If you’re having trouble putting your little one to sleep, swaddling could help make your baby feel more secure and fall asleep faster and sleep longer.
Sucking
A lot of babies soothe themselves through non-nutritive sucking. It could be in a form of thumb sucking, or a soother such as these Hevea pacifiers. Encouraging sucking helps your baby soothe themselves in their own way especially when they are just trying to fall asleep.
Baby Rocker
If you have so many chores to do at home and you need some help in keeping your baby calm while you move around the house, a baby rocker can greatly help. After providing all the basic needs of your little one, simply place your baby securely in the baby rocker and the rocking and swaying motion will help keep your baby calm and even put them to sleep sometimes. Be sure to put the rocker in a safe spot where you could easily see and monitor while doing your tasks.
Massage
Babies love massage and it is as relaxing to them as it is on adults. If you’re little one has sleeping problems, you could help your baby get good quality sleep by giving a massage before bedtime. Use a baby lotion or a few drops of relaxing essential oil for an extra soothing effect.
Sing a Song
If your baby is feeling fussy, why not try singing a song? A lot of babies calm down when being sang to since their attention is focused on the sound of your voice. It doesn’t matter whether you’re singing a classic lullaby or your favourite tunes as long as you sing in a gentle and calming way to make your baby relaxed as well. There are still plenty of ways that would help calm a fussy baby. Those techniques mentioned above are just some of the few most effective ones that a lot of parents have sworn to be true.