Medical Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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Over the shoulder
- Hold baby upright with chin on your shoulder
- Support their bottom with one hand, pat or rub back with the other
- Use firm, steady pats — gentle taps don’t move the air
- Burp cloth on your shoulder catches spit-up
Walk around while burping — the gentle movement helps bubbles rise.
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Sitting and face-down
- Lap sit: support chin and chest with one hand (palm on chest, fingers on chin), pat with the other
- Face-down: lay across your lap with head slightly elevated, pat gently
- Try each position for 2-3 minutes — if no burp, move on
- Breastfed babies often need less burping than bottle-fed
Not every feed produces a burp. Don’t stress if nothing comes up.
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