Wash your hands
Unswaddle the baby
Change the diaper
Remove one layer of clothing
Hold the baby skin-to-skin
Rub the baby’s back, arms, or feet
Gently stroke the baby’s cheek or lips
Talk softly to the baby
Burp the baby
Try a diaper change again if needed
Place the baby upright for a moment
Use a cool washcloth on the baby’s feet
Express a few drops of milk onto the lips
Offer the breast or bottle as soon as the baby stirs
Feed in a quiet, dimly lit room
Contact a pediatrician if the baby is too sleepy to wake for feeds