Soothing Checklist
It is important to understand that a newborn baby cannot self-soothe . Use this list as a quick reference on ideas to soothe your fussy or crying baby . If baby is especially fussy , try several at once ( such as swaddling , sucking , white noise and bouncing ).
Skin-to-skin ( vibrations from your voice can be soothing )
Wear baby in a carrier
Motion : Sway , rock or bounce
Preview
Change baby ’ s position or environment
Feed Go outside
Swaddle
Singing , talking , shushing , music or white noise
Diaper change and warm bath
Massage or touch Sucking / pacifier
Go for a walk or drive
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