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I’m a childcare expert – 7 ways to wind your gassy baby, plus the spot you’d think had nothing to do with their tummy
A CHILDCARE expert has taken to Instagram to share seven quick tips for parents who might be struggling with a grouchy, gassy baby.
Sharing another content creator’s video, the account shared some useful pointers for parents.
This included the key acupressure point on a baby's foot that could help relieve tension.
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The Instagram page regularly shares parenting and pregnancy tips with its 2,300 followers.
In the reel, the mum wrote: “Seven tips for your gassy baby.
“One, football hold (we love this one).
“Two, typical burping position. Make sure your little one is high on your shoulder.
“Three, acupressure! Three times across and then down the heel. This works magic.
“Four, tummy massage!
“Three times down the middle and three times across. Do bicycles right after.
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“Five, bicycles. Pump those little legs and then hold inward to the belly for five seconds.
“Six, swaddle baths. These are amazing to soothe your little [one]. Think the equivalent of a weighted blanket.
“Seven, when all else fails - gripe water!
“Hope this helps.”
In the caption below the video, the parenting account added: “Got a gassy baby? Don’t worry, you’re not alone!
They also shared some other tips that weren’t included in the video, writing: “Burp frequently during feedings: It’s important to burp your baby frequently during feedings, as this can help to release any trapped gas.
“You can do this by holding your baby against your shoulder or in a sitting position and gently patting or rubbing their back.
“Some babies may need to be burped more frequently than others, so pay attention to your baby’s cues and adjust accordingly.”
Another tip was to experiment with different bottles or positions when breastfeeding, as this can have an impact too.
They continued: “Some babies may experience more gas and discomfort with certain types of bottles or nipples.
“Try experimenting with different combinations to find one that works best for your baby.
“You might also consider using bottles with a venting system, which can help to reduce the amount of air your baby takes in during feedings.
“It’s important to keep in mind that some degree of gas and discomfort is normal in babies, especially in the first few months of life.
“However, if your baby seems to be in significant discomfort or is experiencing other symptoms like vomiting or diarrhoea, it’s a good idea to talk to your paediatrician.”
Fans loved the quick tips, with the video gaining more than 5,300 likes and 308,000 views.
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In the comments, parents shared their own suggestions, with another adding: “Sometimes eating also contributes to it. Pay attention to what you eat and when your baby gets gripe and narrow it down.
“Things like spice, citrus, cheese, etc.”
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