How do you cope with 6 weeks old baby who refuses to settle after feeding? She would whine and struggle when I try to put her down. She refuses to be on a rocker and even baby swing. She would stay inside for awhile before she starts whining again. So far only baby carrier works. She would initially struggle for awhile before she settles and sleeps inside the carrier.

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Be patient, mommy...6 weeks is still early for her to be 'seperated' from you. After all, she spent 9 months very very close with you. You are her world, her comfort, her everything. That's why babywearing works, she is being held close to you, a familiar feeling that she has when she was in your womb. You can ask dad to babywear her after feeding so yoi can get some rest too. Chances are she also recognizes dad's voice and will benefit the bonding time.

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Maybe you can try settling her down in a room that is away from the hustle and bustle of people and activity. Dim the room's lights or draw the curtains to stimulate a night-time atmosphere. My friend says this works because her baby is easily distracted by things around her. Removing distractions allow her baby to relax faster and eventually fall asleep without much fuss.

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