9 Tips from Moms to Calm a Fussy Baby

You've fed her, changed her diaper, and tried to put her down for a nap. But your child is still crying. Before you break down in tears yourself, check out these simple -- but altogether brilliant -- ways to soothe your baby fast.

By Beth Turner

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Get Out of the House

My son always calmed down the instant I took him outside. We would study the wind chimes on the front porch, watch the trees sway in the breeze, and listen to the birds chirping away.

-Janelle Southard; Wichita Falls, Texas

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Comments (4)

CandiW wrote:

Your baby is fussing. Your heart breaks to see this little one so unhappy. What can you do to soothe your fussy baby? Determine if anything is wrong. Is baby too hot/too cold? Is his/her diaper wet or dirty? Is s/he hungry? Does s/he need to be burped? Is... http://blog.nannies4hire.com/fussybaby/601

12/20/2011 10:59:10 AM Report Abuse

sally_chick wrote:

I agree too, my grandson is much better outside than in, not sure if its because we go out for lots of walks since he was 3 months. He is 14 months now.

12/18/2011 06:18:18 AM Report Abuse

johnboat124 wrote:

it's works as long as it's not to cold outside.

12/17/2011 12:16:21 PM Report Abuse

harrisomdesiree wrote:

I agree my son gets fussy everyday between the hours of 4 to 6 ihave no idea why that is but found out taking him outside calms him down alot!

10/5/2011 08:36:18 AM Report Abuse