Hush little baby, don’t you cry . . .
If you’ve ever felt irritated at having your peace and quiet disturbed, you can imagine why a swaddler baby might occasionally be in need of a little comfort!
After nine months snug and secure in the womb, they have to adjust to a world full of new sounds and sensations.
If they get fussy, it could be that they’re feeling a touch over-stimulated.
Familiar sounds
Your baby’s hearing was fully developed by your final trimester, and the womb is a noisy place.
From your heartbeat to the sound of your organs and blood, your voice, or the music you listened to – there was a lot for those tiny ears to pick up on.
Recreating those kinds of sounds can help ease a swaddler’s
transition to the real world.
Close to your heart
Try carrying your little one in a baby sling on your chest, where it’s easy for them to see your face as you talk to them. The sound of your heartbeat and the rhythm of your movement can also help soothe them.