Figure 4.2
- In a sitting position, place your baby’s legs between your legs and
drape the baby over your thigh. While supporting the baby’s head in your
hands, bring your knees together for further support and pat the baby’s
back firmly. (See Figure 4.3.) - Cradle the baby in your arm with his or her bottom in your hands.
(The baby’s head will be resting at your elbow.) Wrap one arm and leg
around your arm. Make sure the baby is facing away from you. This
position allows one hand to be free at all times. (See Figure 4.4.)
Note: At times, air will become trapped in the intestines of your baby.
Most babies don’t like to expel gas. They will tighten their bottoms and
resist the normal expulsion of gas, making them very uncomfortable. One
way to assist your baby in releasing gas is to place him or her in a knee-
chest position. Place your baby’s back next to your chest and pull his or
her knees up to the chest. This will help to alleviate your baby’s
discomfort.