Support the infant's head and neck, roll him over so he is face-up with his back straight. Tilt his head back slightly and lift his chin to check if he is breathing for no more than 10 seconds, as intermittent gasps do not indicate regular breathing.

4. 1. If he is face-down, support his head and neck
and roll him over so that he is face-up and his
back is straight
2. Tilt the baby’s head back slightly and lift his chin
3. See if the infant is breathing. Act quickly—
check for no more than 10 seconds
4. Remember that intermittent gasps are not a
sign that the baby is breathing regularly