Before you get started, keep in mind that it's easiest to recognize the words if you listen during what Dunstan calls the "pre-cry" stage, before your baby is hysterical. When you hear more than one word, act on the word you hear most. If you're having trouble, shift your baby's position (sit her up on your lap, for example) and try to listen for the distinctive part of each word (such as the 'n' in "neh"). Still not sure what he's saying? Just care for your baby as you normally would and try again next time.

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