You do not need to burp your baby after every feeding, though it's often helpful to do so. Each child is different, so you will get a feel for how often your baby needs to burp and can respond accordingly. Babies who are breastfed usually need to burp less often than those eating from a bottle, as a baby will swallow more air using a bottle. If your baby is uncomfortable and needs to burp, they may let you know by pulling away from the bottle or breast, squirming, or crying. If you're bottle-feeding, you might try taking a break for burps every two to three ounces. You can burp your baby by gently patting or rubbing their back while they lay against your shoulder or across your lap.