how to carry an infant

Shilpa Pratheep · Jan 25, 2011

I was carrying my 10 week old DD on sholder burp position in park yesterday, Some lady told me not to carry baby that way till baby rolls over, as there may be some spinal issues. She should always be held flat in lying position. How far is this true?

lavii · Jan 25, 2011

I am perplexed
since day 1 after baby has feed we used to put her on shoulder for burping ..infact our pead advised us to do that

DevikaS · Jan 25, 2011

My son has always wanted to be carried up. He HATEs being flat & cries. So he enjoys looking around at the world & gets bored just looking at sky or ceiling.

Aadhusmom · Jan 26, 2011

Its fine to carry the baby that way as long as you are supporting the head/neck with one hand. Thats the only way I've ever carried my DS from the day he was born and he's fine (he's 3 and a half now). People give all sorts of advice - dont worry about it.

Vanathi.

Shilpa Pratheep · Jan 27, 2011

My MIL was saying this right from beginning, but I ignored it saying its a myth and my DD always calms immediately when she is held upright.
After this lady told not to holder burp position, she started with "I TOLD U SO" saga.
I was feeling guilty about it. Thank you all I am so relieved.