Q: If you want to begin training your cat to stand, you'll first need to get your cat to pay attention to you. Use a treat to get your cat to focus. Then, you can begin training your cat to stand.  Hold a treat in front of your cat's nose. This will allow him to smell the treat, grabbing his attention. When your cat begins to sniff the treat, pull it up. Your cat will end up looking at you, giving you his attention. Find ways to encourage your cat to stand. Then, say a command, like "Stand up," and reward the behavior.  You can keep pulling the treat up higher. If you need to, place the treat near the cat's nose again to get him more interested. He may follow the treat as you pull it away a second time. As soon as he stands up, say a command like, "Stand!" and give him the treat as a reward. You can also use toys. Dangly toys, string toys, or toy mice can be held above your cat's head. As soon as he stands up to reach the toy, say the command and offer the reward. You want your cat to understand that you want him to stand up on cue. Pay attention to your cat during day-to-day activities. Cats may occasionally stand up on their hind legs if they're curious about something or trying to get your attention. Try to reward this behavior as it naturally occurs to help establish a connection between the desired behavior, a command, and a reward. If you see your cat standing up, say a command. You can say something like, "Stand up!" or "Beg." Then, reward the behavior using your chosen method. At first, you can reward your cat for simply engaging in behaviors that are close to the desired behavior. For example, if your cat raises a paw, reward him. As time goes on, withhold treats until your cat completes the command. Do not give your cat a treat, praise, or press the clicker until he's standing with both paws in the air. This will help establish how you want your cat to behave and teach him to stand up on cue.
A: Get your cat's attention. Encourage standing. Reward the behavior when it occurs naturally. Be stricter about rewards over time.

Q: Swaddling is believed to create a tight, warm environment similar to the womb. Even snugly wrapping your little tyke in a blanket and holding them close to your chest should help quickly calm them down. Get them warm and snug and start rocking. You can lay the baby on their side after swaddling. It better mimics the feeling of the womb and calms them faster. Just be sure to maintain constant supervision if you place the baby on their side. A pacifier or your finger is perfect. Sucking actually steadies a baby's heart rate, relaxes their stomach, and calms flailing limbs. This might be the ticket to a quiet, contented infant. If your baby is crying while struggling to fall asleep, you can remind them that you’re there with gentle touch. Lightly pat the baby’s back or rub gentle circles between their shoulder blades. You could even hold their tiny hand in your own. Any of these option can help soothe a baby enough to stop crying. Walk at a slow steady speed. Babies love rhythmic motion, and the lack of light will slowly make them sleepy. If you can, go outdoors—the change to fresh air may help them calm down. Gentle, calming movements are all that matters. Babies love to be touched, so slow, consistent massaging might slow them down and quiet their lungs. Play some peek-a-boo. Lie them on their back and rotate their feet like they were riding a bike. Make silly faces and talk to the child. Just being a distracting, stimulating influence may be enough to get them to stop crying. Babies need to be entertained, so entertain them! If you're out of options, it is time to look for help. The following numbers will help you calm down and provide potential solutions for your exact situation:  24-Hour Parent Helpline: 1-888-435-7553 Crying Baby Hotline: 1-866-243-2229 Fussy Baby Hotline: 1-888-431-BABY If your baby won't stop screaming despite a clean diaper, full belly, and general comfort, you should call your pediatrician for advice. There is no reason to fear anything—but you should verify your specific situation with a professional.  If the crying is high-pitched, random, and the baby seems tense, they may have colic, a crying disorder. Luckily, colic tends to go away by the time your baby is 12-14 weeks old. Note when a baby cries to find patterns—right before a nap, after waking up, after eating certain foods, etc. Pay attention to your baby's signals to prevent future outbursts. Baby's crying usually peaks around 6 weeks, but it eases off afterward.
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Swaddle them in a warm blanket. Give them something to suck on. Pat the baby’s back. Walk around slowly in a dark area of the house. Gently massage your baby's feet, hands, and stomach. Play with your child to engage them. Call a hotline specifically for parents struggling with fussy babies. Call your pediatrician if the baby is still crying after you've checked the obvious causes.