dandle
Bounce on lap
To dandle is to bounce a child gently on one's knee or in one's arms: She dandled the baby while singing a lullaby.
The word is old-fashioned and appears mostly in literary contexts.
By extension, to dandle can mean to pamper or treat with excessive affection.
Spring back after impact
- jounceRough shaking movement
- jiggleShake with small movements
- bobShort vertical movement
- rockSolid earthen material
sway · swing · toss · lift · joggle · rhythmic · gentle · up-and-down
Affectionate close embrace
embrace · hold · cradle · coo · cherish · dote · adore · tenderness
bounce
Spring back after impact
rock · sway · swing · toss · lift · joggle · rhythmic · gentle · up-and-down · motion
cuddle
Affectionate close embrace
nuzzle · embrace · hold · cradle · coo · cherish · dote · adore · tenderness · warmth
baby
Very young child
tot · swaddle · cradle · nursery · parenting · motherhood · fatherhood · caregiver · nanny · lullaby
amuse
Cause light enjoyment
giggle · laughter · delight · whimsical · lighthearted · merry · fun · romp · jest · tease