29 ways to soothe a fussy baby template

Are baby's basic needs met?

Feed baby

Change baby's diaper

Put by down for a nap

Burp baby

Is baby in good health?

Help a gassy baby

Bicycle baby's legs while she lies on her back

Lay baby down across your knee and gently rub his back

Ask your pediatrician about infant gas Drops

Check for fever

Ask your pediatrician about infant pain reliever for fever

Relieve teething pain

Offer baby a teething ring or toy to chew on

Ask your pediatrician about using infant Reliever teething

Does baby want to cuddle?

Hold baby close, possibly skin-to-skin

Swaddle baby

Wear baby in a wrap or carrier

Offer baby the comfort of a pacifier

Would baby like some motion?

Gently bounce or swing baby

Take baby for a walk in a stroller or baby carrier

Go for a car ride

Place baby in a baby swing or bouncy chair

Does baby need some sound?

Make a "shushing" sound close to baby's ear

Turn on some white noise

Play some music or sing to baby

Is baby physically uncomfortable?

Check baby's temperature-is she too hot or too cold?

Undress baby, in case a clothing tag Clothing material is bothering him

Go outside and get baby some fresh air

See if baby is over-stimulated

Stop making eye contact

Remove toys and other stimuli

Dim lights

See if baby is under-stimulated

Talk to/interact directly with baby

Show baby toys and household items

Baby still fussy?

Talk to your pediatrician to rule out any medical issues.