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Tricks of the Trade

Calming and Sleeping Secrets From Dr. Harvey Karp

By Teri Brown

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These five techniques, in different combinations, seem like miracles for tired parents, and that is exactly what Dr. Karp enjoys about his job: helping parents enjoy happy, healthy babies. "I get to be a physician dealing with the cutting edge issues of medicine and also like a village elder passing on the ancient wisdom," says Dr. Karp. "And I am welcomed into the most private experiences of a family at some of the most sacred times: from the birth of a baby to the birth of an adult."

The Five S's

Swaddling: This is an ancient custom that involves wrapping the baby tightly in a soft blanket with the arms at the sides to stop flailing.

Side or Stomach Position:
Though the back is the safest position for sleeping, holding the baby in the side or stomach position is best for calming when crying.

Shushing:
The world is far quieter than the womb. Shushing or white noise helps a baby feel comfortable. Make sure you do it as loud as the baby is crying so they can hear it.

Swinging:
This involves moving the baby in a rhythmic jiggling motion that moves to a swinging motion when the baby is calm. Never shake a baby!

Sucking:
Babies love to suck and as they calm, offer a breast, clean finger or pacifier.
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