Position the baby on your shoulder, over your lap or sitting on your lap. Gently rub and pat her back. Do not burp her too hard or she may throw up. Most babies spit up a little after eating. Some babies may not burp after every feeding.
Many mothers worry about how much the new baby needs to eat.
There are ways to tell if your baby is getting enough nourishment. The baby should have at least six wet diapers a day. She should be back to her birth weight by two weeks of age. She should be relaxed and sleepy after feeding, not crying and fussy. The first two days, babies have black, thick bowel movements.