What to know about burping in babies

Burping helps babies release air swallowed during feeding, preventing discomfort and spit-ups.

Newborns often need to be burped during and after each feeding.

Common burping positions include holding the baby upright against the chest or sitting them on your lap while supporting their head.

If a baby doesn’t burp after about five minutes, it’s usually safe to continue feeding or lay them down.

Some babies burp more easily than others, depending on how much air they swallow while feeding.

Regular burping can also help reduce fussiness and gas buildup in infants.