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The Dunstan Baby Language teaches you to hear exactly what your baby is communicating. As a parent, you will be able to interpret your infant's sounds and cries - and respond to their needs quickly and effectively. Every newborn communicates from birth to 3 months using 5 distinct sounds that signal hunger, tiredness, need to burp, lower wind/gas and discomfort. This is regardless of the language their parents speak. It is not a learned language. Rather, it is a natural way for every baby to express their physical needs. The 'words' that form the basis of what we have called the Dunstan Baby Language, are sounds that are based on baby's physical responses. These are called reflexes. For example, when a baby is hungry it will start to suck, and as sound is added to the reflex, the 'word' for hunger is produced. These are the baby's first communications, which occur before actual crying develops. The sooner the 'word' for hunger is identified the sooner a parent can respond by feeding, resulting in less crying and less discomfort for baby - and for parents.. The Dunstan System will teach you how to tune your ear to the 5 'words', take you through settling solutions, and gives helpful advice for parents. You will also view Priscilla Dunstan in a 'live lesson', teaching new mothers the System - with immediate results. It was eight years of research that revealed this system of sounds - the language that is shared by all babies. We trust you will treasure the Dunstan Baby Language as your baby benefits from being is listened to - and truly heard.
Neh Hungry
The Neh sound is a response to the sucking reflex. Feeding when you hear Neh is essentially feeding on demand, although you will probably
notice that your baby feeds regularly every 3 to 4 hours. On a hot day you might notice that he says Neh more often as he is more thirsty than usual. By feeding on Neh you can be confident that you are not overfeeding your baby, and you may notice a reduction in spitting up because he is physically ready to receive food. Your baby uses a combination of sounds and signals to tell you he is hungry: Listen for the Neh cry Distinguish this cry by the N part of the sound Look for his tongue moving along the roof of his mouth He may turn his head from side to side Look for licking of lips Look for sucking of fists
Owh Tired
The Owh sound is based on the yawn reflex, indicating that baby is ready for sleep. Just like when you yawn, you will notice that your babys mouth is in an oval shape when she says Owh. If you put your baby down to sleep when you hear the Owh sound you will notice that she will fall asleep more quickly and easily. You might also notice that the Owh tends to come before she starts the jerky movements and eye rubbing that are the physical signals for tiredness. Your baby tells you she is sleepy in many ways: Listen for the Owh cry Look for yawning and an oval shaped mouth Movements may become jerky Baby may rub her eyes or pull her ears Back arching and squirming are signals of tiredness
Eh Burp me
The Eh cry is produced by the chest constricting in an effort to force the wind up. It is often heard as a series of short Eh, Eh, Eh cries as
baby tries to burp. Because newborns lie flat for long periods you may find that your baby needs to burp throughout the day and night, not only during or after a feed. With the Dunstan System you can let your baby be your guide. Parents often tell us that their baby will wake and make the Eh sound, then once burped will go right back to sleep. Knowing to burp your baby on the Eh cry means you can settle her faster. When your baby needs to burp you might notice these sounds and signs: Listen for the Eh cry, often in quick succession Baby may squirm if laid down Look for chest tightening Baby may stop mid feed and start fussing The burp may be silent so, if the Eh stops, you know the air has been expelled
Listen for the Eairh cry Look for whole body tensing and may become rigid Look for pulling legs up to his tummy Face grimacing or scrunched up, showing discomfort Baby cry sounds become more urgent and distressed
Heh Uncomfortable
A frequent reason for fussiness is if your newborn is uncomfortable from a wet or dirty diaper/nappy, or from being too hot or too cold. The Heh sound is based on a reflex that involves the skin, so if your baby is uncomfortable he will say Heh. With this word you are listening for the H part of the sound. There is also an expelling of air that helps you to distinguish the H and Heh sound from the other sounds your baby makes. Newborns are not able to regulate their body temperature effectively which means they can easily become over-heated or feel cold. Unlike us, they cant just take a layer of clothing off or put one on, but by using the Heh cry they can tell you they are uncomfortable. Breast fed newborns also have regular bowel movements (as many as twelve a day) so you may frequently hear the Heh sound as he tells you he needs to be changed. There are many other reasons why your baby may say Heh, for instance the straps on his car seat might be too tight, or a new washing powder might be irritating his skin. By responding to his Heh cry you can ensure that your baby is always comfortable and happy. Your baby will signal that he is uncomfortable in a number of ways: Listen for the Heh cry Distinctive breathy H sound, like panting If hot, head may feel sweaty and clammy and tummy can become hot If cold, may be accompanied by shivering and cold extremities (hands, feet) Baby may squirm or stop feeding if he has a dirty diaper/nappy
Parents around the world tell us how learning the Dunstan Baby Language System changed their lives. Being able to correctly identify and address the needs of your baby will deepen the bond with your child, and ease much of the pressure and stress that is felt by parents. Independent research conducted with mothers in Australia, the US and the UK in 2006 and 2007 confirmed the following benefits of using the System:
Works Universally
- 90% of all mothers found the Dunstan Baby Language valuable and would recommend it to other mothers. - 100% of first time mothers reported the system highly valuable. - 2 of 3 Fathers reported reduced levels of stress, and more positive marital relationships as an immediate result of greater paternal involvement. One of the many appeals of the System is that the benefits can be experienced by everyone involved in newborn care. The System promotes the close observation and understanding of a baby's cues, and this is as relevant to fathers as to mothers, to grandparents as to health care professionals. All can learn it - and the bonding effect can be experienced by everybody.
newborn's needs, makes a routine possible. Every baby is an individual, and with the Dunstan System you can fully appreciate your baby as your guide.