7 crying baby: the solutions to appease them
Why are babies crying? All the babies are crying and that’s perfectly normal. Even perfectly healthy infants cry and sometimes between one to three hours a day.
Your baby is totally dependent on you and needs you to feed, receive the affection and comfort necessary for its development. Crying is a way for him to express his needs and attract your attention. It’s sometimes hard to understand what baby wants to say to you: is he hungry, cold, thirsty, bored, does he want a hug?
Some babies cry a lot more than others, or at particular times of the day, often at the end of the day and in the evening. If you find it difficult to calm your baby, maybe he is trying to tell you:
1) I am hungry:
Hunger is often the cause of crying babies and the younger a baby, the more likely he is hungry.
Solution: If your baby is crying, offer breast milk. Your child may be hungry even though his last meal is new. The first days after the birth of your baby, you will need to feed your child regularly to promote the rise of your breast milk. Your baby may not stop crying immediately, but let him eat if he feels like it.
2) My diaper is dirty:
Your baby is probably bothered because he is too tight in his clothes or if his diaper is wet or dirty. But if your baby’s already sensitive skin is irritated, there’s a good chance he’s crying.
Solution: Changing your baby’s diaper may be enough to calm him down. Also make sure her are not too tight and that your child is comfortable.
3) I’m too cold or too hot:
Some babies hate changing their diapers or bathing. They are not used to the feeling of cold air on the skin and would rather be wrapped up warm.
Solution: Be careful not to over cover your baby, it may be too hot. If the temperature is high, a “dismembered” and a layer should suffice. Use airy mesh sheets and blankets for its cradle or bassinet rather than a small duvet, so you can add or remove a few layers if necessary.
How to check: You can check if your baby is too hot or too cold by simply touching her belly: if it is too hot, remove a thickness; add one if it is too cold. Do not rely on the temperature of your baby’s hands or feet as they are usually cold. Keep the temperature of your child’s room at 18 ° C and lay your baby on your back when you lie down, feet at the bottom of his cradle. In this way, it will not sink too far under the covers and will not be too hot.
4) I need a hug:
Some babies have a great need for hugs, physical contact to be reassured to feel good.
Solution: Use a baby carrier to keep your child near you, walk gently and rock when you wear it. A newborn really needs to be reassured physically. Conversely, your child may not like to be wrapped up and prefer to be reassured by listening to him sing a lullaby. If you hold your baby against you, it may calm down when you hear your heartbeat.
5) I’m sleepy:
One would be tempted to believe that infants fall asleep anywhere and at any time. And yet many babies have trouble getting to sleep especially if they are very tired. You will quickly learn to spot signs of fatigue in your child. If your baby is cranky or crying, unusually calm and motionless, or if his / her eyes are lost in a vacuum, chances are he / she is sleepy.
Solution: Take your child to a quiet place away from stimulation and help calm him down.
6) I do not feel well:
Your baby may be crying because he gets angry easily. It takes time for him to get used to the world around him. But it may be that your baby has been fed, he is comfortably seated and still he continues to cry, causing you some concern.
Watch for changes in your baby’s behavior. If something goes wrong, he will surely cry differently than usual.
How to check: His crying may be weaker, more urgent, continuous, acute. Your child will be particularly grumpy and you may find it hard to calm him down. And if your baby is used to crying a lot and suddenly it becomes very, very calm, it is also a sign not to neglect.
Solution: Nobody knows your baby better than you. If you feel that something is wrong, consult your general practitioner or pediatrician. Healthcare professionals will always take your concerns seriously. Do not hesitate to see a doctor if your baby has difficulty breathing when he cries or if his crying is accompanied by fever, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation.
7) I need something:
You may have trouble understanding the meaning of your baby’s crying. This one will go through periods of agitation and you will not always manage to calm him down. Do not worry, it’s normal. These moments can last from a few minutes to several consecutive hours.
Colic can cause inconsolable crying that comes and goes for at least three hours a day and at least three days a week. If your baby has colic, expect to see him crying and refusing to console him. It happens that some babies clench their fists, raise their knees against their belly and arch.
It can be confusing to not know how to comfort your baby. Baby colic can be a serious reason for crying.
There is no magic cure for colic that often does not last more than three months. Even though this period may seem like an eternity, your baby’s development will not be affected.
