“Help – my baby cries every time I put her down. She’s 6 months old and has been doing this since 1 month old.”
Babies are born with their own temperament. This means that some babies are easier than others. Some babies have easy temperaments: they don’t cry much, feed well, sleep well, and tend to be content. Other babies have more difficult temperaments: they cry a lot, do not sleep and feed as well, and are more irritable. So, this could be a factor explaining why she likes to be held. It is very possible that she simply likes to be close to you because next to you she is more relaxed and calmer. Also, keep in mind that that babies find it difficult to self-soothe and find it difficult to put themselves back to sleep from being held to being in their cot.
I know very well that having a baby that only wants to be held is exhausting. So if possible, ask other family members or friends to give you a hand with her. Maybe the baby won’t go with them, but they can give you a hand around the house, so you have less on your plate. Also, if you are feeling overwhelmed try not to be alone with the baby a lot. Go for walks with a friend, join a local mum and baby group, or simply sit with the baby at a café. I know that this is tough for you, and I feel for you.
I hope this information helps.
Love,
Ana
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