CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD

EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A crying baby does not seem to be hungry, in need of changing, hot or cold, or in need of burping. How could the caregiver respond?
A
Ignore the cries, or you will spoil the baby
B
Gently rub the baby’s back
C
Place a soft stuffed animal in the crib with the baby
D
Turn on a cartoon to distact the baby
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Gently rub or stroke the baby’s back, chest or tummy. Offer a pacifier or try to distract the baby with a rattle or toy. Swaddle the baby with a soft blanket. Take the baby for a ride in a stroller or in a car seat in the car.

Detailed explanation-2: -The exact cause of persistent crying isn’t clear. It’s so common in babies, that many experts think it may simply be a normal developmental stage. Other experts think that it may be associated with tummy problems. For example, an allergy or intolerance to something in your breastmilk, or a type of formula milk.

Detailed explanation-3: -When responding to your child’s cries, try to meet her most pressing need first. If she’s cold and hungry and her diaper is wet, warm her up, change her diaper, and then feed her. If there’s a shrieking or panicked quality to the cry, consider if a piece of clothing or something else is making her uncomfortable.

Detailed explanation-4: -More burping positions to try Rub baby’s back gently with your other hand. Place baby face down on your lap or your forearm so baby is looking sideways and is supported by your knee or hand. Rub baby’s back gently with your other hand. Some babies might be unsettled during and after a feed until they’ve been burped.

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