Always provide support for your baby s head when holding, playing with or transporting your child. Instruct others who care for your infant in the proper support of the head. Make sure that all those who are in contact with your infant know the dangers of shaking. This includes babysitters, child-care personnel, even siblings who may accidently injure the baby in rough play if not properly warned. Learn what to do if your baby won t stop crying.
All babies cry a lot during the few months of their lives.
Bleeding inside the brain can be treated, but only if you tell the doctors you shook the baby. Call a friend or neighbor. Sit down, close your eyes, think of a pleasant place in your memory. Do not move for several minutes. Write down the ten best things about yourself.