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Do you know how to burp a baby?

How to burp your baby correctly (Photo: iStock)

Babies need to be burped after every feed and even in between feeds. Their digestive tracts are still developing so when they feed, they often end up swallowing a lot of air.

When that air isn't let out, it causes discomfort, which can lead to fussiness and disrupt the baby's sleep as well.

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