How to settle a baby!

Hey guys

When I babysitting babies, I often find that they cry as soon as the parents have walked out of the door. Sometimes rocking them or singing to them won’t work so here are some tips and tricks to try when a baby is crying out of control: 99% of the time it is not you who is the cause. When a baby cries like that it is called separation anxiety. Don’t worry about it.

·         Show them pictures of their mum and dad- seeing their faces might reassure them.

·         Read them a story

·         Tickle their feet or hands.

·         If you are happy- laughing and talking positively, then the baby might follow you actions.

·         Give them something to eat or drink.

·         Get out some building blocks or a teddy and play with that.

·         Put the baby to bed- maybe the baby is just tired!

·         Giggle

·         When doing day to day tasks such as cooking, talk to the baby about what you are doing.

·         Sing

I know there are many more, but these are the ones I have tried and most of them work but it depends on the baby and circumstances.

Meaghan xoxoxo