The Happiest Baby on the Block

I downloaded the book "The Happiest Baby on the Block", I am (self-proclaimed) gullible and really do often believe everything I read. The internet is therefore a minefield of dangers. However, this book presented a nice argument for steps on how to calm an agitated baby. The main culprit that the book focused on was Colic; but, the same calming techniques apply to other ailments as well... especially when little one gets herself riled to the point of losing it. I like to think of it as the goat -- you know, that sound forthcoming from your baby's mouth that sounds like a goat bleating.

"Neah, Neah, Neah!"

Well, we've become a fan of the first step of calming our little goat baby. The swaddle.


The premise of the swaddle is that it is reminiscent of the womb, that it provides feelings of security and safety while stifling the "falling reflex". Vivien seems quite content with it. :)