When we took our Baby Care class we learned a few sleep tricks for babies - the 5 S's. These are from Dr. Karp's
The Happiest Baby on the Block.
- Swaddle
- Side/Stomach Position
- Shushing Sounds
- Swinging
- Sucking
We even watched a video that showed Dr. Karp using these 5 S's to calm a screaming baby. And it worked. A small part of me still thought it was all for show. But, not anymore. As soon as I have Stasa in a tight swaddle, I put her on her side in the
colic hold and starting swinging and shushing her (and nursing if she needs it) and she's out like a light. Amazing. I'm definitely buying Dr. Karp's book for more tips. God bless the 5 S's.
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