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Burping your baby
- Latching on
- Breastfeeding positions
- Burping your baby
Winding, or burping your baby, is an important part of feeding.
When your baby swallows, air bubbles can become trapped in their tummy and cause a lot of discomfort.
Some babies find it easy to burp, while others need a helping hand.
When should I burp my baby?
There are no rules on when you should burp your baby, some babies need burping during their feed, some after.
Look for clues – if your baby seems uncomfortable while feeding, have a little burping break.
If they seem fine while feeding, wait until they've finished.
Your baby will let you know!
Did you know?
Your baby may bring some milk up while burping, so have a burp cloth or muslin square ready.
This is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about.
What's the best position to burp my baby?
Support your baby's head and neck, make sure their tummy and back is nice and straight (not curled up), and rub or pat their back gently.
You don't need to spend ages burping your baby, a couple of minutes should be enough.
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