My Baby Won't Stop Crying!
Many parents desperately wonder why their baby wonโt stop crying and they donโt know what to do.ย In this article weโll help you solve this situation.
Crying is how babies express themselves. However, when theyโre constantly crying, it goes beyond the limits of our patience.
My baby wonโt stop crying: is it normal?
A babyโs cry can be gut-wrenching and become our worst nightmare.ย It keeps us from enjoying parenthood. Youโve probably heard some parents say: โI canโt sleep because my baby cries so much,โ and see them tired and in a bad mood.
Apart from that, you might see that theyโve given up entirely because โbabies are supposed to cry, itโs whatโs normal.โ
Althoughย the little ones use their crying to communicate what they feel or need, itโs also true that they shouldnโt spend their days crying.ย
When is it understandable and when is it excessive?ย Not all babies are the same; you probably already knew that. Also, you must keep in mind that newbornsย tend to cry more. Itโs all new to them and they donโt understand their bodies and emotions yet.
Reasons why your baby wonโt stop crying
To solve this issue, the first step is to determine the reason why theyโre crying so much.ย One of the most common reasons is colic, which is present during the first months.ย
Colic includes a series of symptoms such as stomachache, gas, vomit, diarrhea or constipation. It can be very unpleasant for the baby.
Babies may also be crying because theyโre very hungry.ย Maybe breast milk isnโt enough to satiate them completely and therefore require baby formula. Ask your pediatrician for advice on this matter.
Another reason your baby might be crying is that she may be sensitive to high temperatures, or her clothes may be too tight. Maybe she canโt stand when her diaper is wet or maybe sheโs just very sleepy and canโt get a good sleep.
Did you know that some babies can get nervous more easily in the environments that donโt provide them the calm they need?ย This tends to be a very common reason for the intense crying.
In that case, you might want to resort to musical techniques or get the baby out for a ride in the stroller or in the car.ย A change of environment will help reduce stress and anxiety.
โNot all babies are the same; plus, you must keep in mind that newborns tend to cry more.โ
My baby wonโt stop crying and I canโt get them to calm down!
This is a common issue, especially for first-time parents.ย Usually, they donโt know how to stop their babyโs crying. And of course this makes them anxious.
What they may not know is that the anxiety passes down to the baby;ย and maybe thatโs why all the techniques they try, donโt work.
So,ย the first step is for mom and dad to calm down.ย Use a meditation or breathing exercise, go out alone for a while, drink some tea or take a nap.
Once you feel calm again, you canย take the baby in your arms and hold her against your chest, so that the baby can feel the beating of her momโs or dadโs heart.ย
Some people recommend taking your shirt off, in order to get the most out of a skin-to-skin contact. Moreover, lullabies, songs and caressing may help a lot.
Another option is โThe Holdโ technique, invented by an American doctor.ย Itโs about โsittingโ the baby down in one of your hands.ย Then, with your free hand, hugย the baby.
Hold the baby to your chest with one hand and incline her to 45ยฐ,ย very carefully. Try to make sure the babyโs head doesnโt lean forward too much.
Finally, rock the baby back and forth and smoothly move her hipsย in circles. Youโll see your little one calm down right away!
If youโve ever said โmy baby wonโt stop crying,โย we recommend this technique once youโve ruled out all the possible health-issues and causes of discomfort.
Your pediatrician will help you if youโre a first-timer and donโt know how to calm down your baby. Donโt hesitate to ask!
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