Baby not burping

After some feeds, particularly in the night my baby is finding it hard to burp, I’ve tried:- • Over the shoulder rubbing and patting • Over my lap rubbing and patting • Sitting up right rubbing and patting • Bobbing/walking up and down • Rubbing tummy and bicycle legs She just won’t burp!! And I’m scared to put her down for a sleep in case she’s sick when on her back. What do I do?!

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Have you tried wonky winding? X

@Sophie what’s that? I haven’t heard of it x

@Sophie thank you so much!! I will try this on the next feed!! X

When sitting upright to burp their body is usually still hunched over - try gently pressing on their spine to straighten their back. Makes my 3wk old burp 70% of the time, no rubbing or patting needed 😂

@Sophie gave it a go in the early hours of this morning, she did the biggest burp I’ve ever heard! Lol thank you so much! X

@Amy yay!! Glad it worked for you! X

Some babies don't burp or not very much. I wouldn't force it too much or you'll make her feel more sick. Being sick when lying down is not an issue, their heads turn to the side so it comes out the side of their mouth.

@Charley yeah I read this. Maybe I’m just stressing about burping her too much x

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