More focus this week on helping fussy, gassy babies release their air (upper or lower "wind") This burping technique works well when you support babies in a more upright position and offer a little bit of lift on that heavy head. The key is to give support on the baby's back to straighten baby up and wiggle out a bit of space to open up the pathway for release.

I also find wiggling baby around better than patting for releasing upper air, but some babies are also very soothed by patting, so patting can be relaxing as well for a baby that is uncomfortable.

I will be featuring lower air release techniques later in the week--both are important! Helping our babies clear out the gas is key to a relaxed baby that is less fussy and sleeps better.