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All the techniques you need to help your baby burp
Making it easier for baby to burp
When a baby drinks, it ingests not only milk, but also air. This phenomenon, although normal, can cause discomfort such as abdominal pain and gas. Burping, or belching, is therefore essential to free this trapped air and relieve baby. But how can you help your little one burp easily? Here's a practical guide to the best techniques for facilitating this process, and making mealtimes more pleasant for both you and baby.
Why is the Rot important?
Burping allows baby to expel the air swallowed during a feed or bottle. If he can't get rid of this air, it can lead to bloating, colic and discomfort. Although some babies burp spontaneously after each feed, others find it more difficult. That's why it's so important to learn a few techniques to make this process easier and keep baby comfortable after feeding.
1. On the Shoulder: The Classic Technique
This is one of the most effective ways of helping baby burp. Here's how to do it:- Position baby on your shoulder: Support his head and neck with one hand, while holding him firmly against your chest with the other.
- Use gentle movements: Gently pat baby's back or make gentle circular movements to stimulate burping.
- Patience and gentleness: Wait a few minutes and be ready to seize the opportunity when baby burps.
This position allows the air trapped in his stomach to rise naturally and evacuate through the top.
When conventional methods don't work, there are a few other tricks!
Even if baby has burped once, even if he's breastfed, it's actually quite common for baby to need to burp several times, even 1 hour after feeding. One obvious sign is that he doesn't want to be put down, even though this isn't usually a problem.
2. A gentle and effective variant
- Take baby in your arms and very slowly rock baby backwards and forwards several times, then very slowly backwards and forwards several times.
- Take baby in your arms with his back against your chest, one hand against his chest to support him, the other hand at the level of the nappy and tilt the pelvis left and right.
And finally, here's an explanation video: https://youtu.be/6DlSAgF17sU?si=RZqlZB5iRWLbhxKf
3. Short breaks during feeding or bottle-feeding
If you are breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, it is often advisable to take regular breaks during feeding. This allows baby to better manage the air he swallows. Take a break every 5 to 10 minutes to change breast or position and, if you're breastfeeding, offer your baby a little burp. This gesture can also help to prevent baby swallowing too much air at the start of the feed.
Conclusion
Burping baby is not always an easy task, but with a little practice and patience, you'll soon find the techniques that work best for your little one. Bear in mind that there is no one-size-fits-all method, and that it's important to be attentive to baby's needs. As well as making him more comfortable, burping helps your baby to feel better and avoid the discomfort of swallowing air. With these tips and tricks, you'll be well prepared to manage this little daily moment with peace of mind.
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