From Pregnancy To Baby - Why Do Babies Cry Part 2

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Sometimes they cry more towards the end of each day as the day’s activities have just been too much. A quite room with soothing music with baby in your arms in a rocking chair might be the ticket for both of you to relax.

If your baby cries more than three days a week for more than three hour it may be considered “colicky”. See your pediatrician to make sure it is not medical problem first. If you determine that it is colic, there is a lot of information available, but not a lot of answers. While there are studies being done, there is no determination of what causes colic. Some research is targeting trapped gas in the digestive tract while others are looking into the gut flora. Others think that the baby may have an immature nervous system, while others think it may have a relationship to the production of melatonin. The one thing that is clear is that no one really knows what causes colic. A baby with colic can be very frustrating. Get help and take a break when you can. Be patient. It is not the baby’s fault. Babies with colic usually only have it for the first three month. It begins to subside as the baby grows.

A baby who is sick often cries in a different tone to their normal cry. It may be more urgent or high pitched, or weak and listless. For a baby who cries frequently, an unusual quietness may be a sign that your baby’s may not be well. Always call your doctor if your baby has trouble breathing while crying, or if the crying is accompanied by a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation. A common cause of the distress may be an ear infection. My son had an acute double ear infection before he presented any signs that anything was wrong. Once he did, the symptoms were sudden and severe. Some babies will give you a sign by pulling on his or her ear. A trip to the urgent care may be in order.

A baby can also start teething as early as three months old. This just plain old hurts. Excessive drooling can be a sign that your baby has started teething. There are different types of teething rings that you may want to keep on hand. Some you can put in the fridge or freezer and get cold can be a wonderful relief to the little one. Some have little bumps on them that help soothe the gums. It is good to have different ones available as they may only help for a short time. Talk to your pediatrician about pain relievers and how to use them for your baby.

At times you might not be able to figure out what’s wrong when your baby cries. Nothing will work for all babies. You will gradually get to know your own baby and their personality to find out what works for them and for you. Keep in mind the crying will come to an end. As the baby grows older you will recognize the differences between their cries and what they need. They will sometimes be able to soothe themselves and sometime nothing will work. DO NOT be afraid to ask someone for help. Your baby is unique and did not come with an owner’s manual, so a friend or parent who has been through this or a medical professional can be a valuable resource to help you.

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