Can the child be held upright?

Patient's question:

Can the child sit up and be held upright, or does it cry when held sideways? Holding it upright makes it stop crying.
Is it possible for the neck to be crooked after sitting up so early? Or will there be no neck? No.
Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of assistance is acceptable: Please explain as soon as possible.

Doctor's answer:

Okay, here is the translation following your instructions:
You can hold the baby vertically, as long as an adult supports the child's waist and head, just don't let the child slip out and it should be fine.
Recommendation: From birth to within three months, the basic way to hold a baby requires supporting the head stably. When picking up an infant who is lying flat on their back, have their face close to the mother's right chest. Follow these three steps:
① Insert the right hand under the baby's body, placing it between their back and head.
② Use the right hand to firmly embrace the baby's thighs from above.
③ Use the right hand to support the baby's head from their back, then use both hands together to bring the baby down.
This holding method is quite stable, and the baby won't be startled.

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