My Baby Won’t Stop Crying
“It won’t stop crying”
You don’t give much information, so I assume you have a baby that won’t stop crying. I sympathize because it is incredibly tough.
Crying is a way for babies to communicate with their caregivers. Babies tend to cry when they feel hungry, tired, in pain, thirsty, discomfort, or alone. When your baby cries check for possible reasons: Has he fed well? Does he have a dry nappy? Has he slept? Does he have a temperature? If everything seems in order and you still think he cries a lot, take him to the doctor to check any other possible causes for his crying.
I don’t know how old your baby is, but it is important to understand what normal crying behaviour is. All babies cry; however, some cry more than others, making it more difficult for parents and caregivers to keep their cool. Typically, babies cry for 4 or 5 hours a day, peaking at 6-8 weeks of life. From around 3 months of age, most babies start crying a bit less. It is also very normal for crying to come and go, without you understanding why. And for the baby not to stop crying no matter what you do. It is also very common for babies to cry more in the late afternoon or early evening.
When he cries, letting him breastfeed, holding him or putting him in a sling, giving a massage or a bath, or taking him out for a walk, may calm him down.
Being alone with a crying baby can be really tough for you. If you are finding it too much, ring a friend, ask a neighbour to help, or go outside where there are other people. And remember to never shake your baby.
You may find these articles useful:
My 11-Month Is Very Fussy, Is it Normal?
When Does the Baby Clingy Stage End?
Shaken Baby Syndrome: Facts and Controversies
I wish you all the very best.
Love,
Ana
Qué fantástico artículo y que buenos consejos. Ha sido de una gran ayuda. Un abrazo muy fuerte
Maravilloso artículo sobre la serie Adolescentes y consejos de gran ayuda en una etapa tan complicada de nuestros hijos , tan desprotegidos frente a las nuevas tecnologías.Es una ayuda tremenda para nosotros. Muchas gracias
I'd imagine this is quite deteremental for a childs development in the long run as nothing stays the same forever, and we shouldn't really be making these categorisations, especially towards our children.
Just live life, sometimes you'll have to be the parent that's the shoulder to cry on. The week after you may have to raise your voice a little when everyone is in a rush and you're trying to get your children's shoes on.
Just balance it all out, don't be too self critical and pick up on what your child wants and needs.
Again, great writeup!
Thank you so much for your comment. I totally get what you mean. It is always difficult to have kids living with you, wanting to support them and their parents but at the same time not wanting to step in anyone's toes. If there's anything we can do to support you and your family, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
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sO great to have you here! Totally agree that Zara is great! What other topics would you like us to discuss?
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