Burping is the art of extracting excessive air that your baby swallowed during the breastfeeding. If your child becomes uncomfortable during or after feeding then burping is necessary. You can burp your child by laying them on the lap or and gently massaging their back. A vigilant parent knows when their child needs a burp and how to burp them without causing much distress to their body. This section will highlight the reasons as to why burping is necessary for your baby, how often you should burp your child and the proper procedure of burping.