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Introduction

Babies express their feelings by way of crying. Mothers have to find out the reasons of crying. Crying may be due to various factors as hunger, wet nappy, illness or pain. Picking up the baby when crying, helps the baby to feel secure.

How can I stop my baby from crying

While there are several ways in which parents can cope with crying babies, there is no prescribed formula. None of these methods will work all of the time, some may not work at all. But they are all worth trying.  First, try to determine whether there is a basic underlying problem. For instance, if you think the baby is hungry, try the breast or bottle. May be you need to change her nappy, remove or add a layer of clothing or reposition the baby.  If none of these is the cause for the baby's crying, then go through the checklist of what you can do.
 

If I pick her up every time she cries, will I be spoiling her

Many mothers believe that if you carry your baby every time she cries you will be spoiling her.  This may be true for an older baby. (Some experts argue that you should not even think of these discipline issues before the child is 6-7 months old).  But for a newborn baby, you should carry her as often as she likes.  This is her way of telling you that she wants to feel safe and secure.  Do not forget she has spent the past nine months cuddled up in her mother's womb.
 

When should the doctor be called

Your baby's seemingly endless daily screaming sessions are probably perfectly normal. Just to be on the safe side, mention the crying, its duration, intensity, pattern, and particularly any variations from the norm to the doctor. Sudden sustained crying in a baby who has not cried a lot previously, could indicate pain or illness. With advances in medical knowledge, the medical community is finding that certain aspects of crying may provide clues to illness. If a baby's cry is inexplicably high-pitched, it could indicate illness.

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Name: donna
Country: england

i would jut leave her to cry for a litle while
 
Name: gini
Country: usa

there are many people in my family, 2 parents and 3 other children besides baby. she seems to cry when everyone is busy. i am learning to let her cry a little longer in these situations although it makes me ache.
 
Name: Shibani (NewZealand)
Country: other

nope not at all times! my 2 year old son cries only in the evenings when we come back home from work. we amusingly call it his "week day evening syndrome" but in reality he just wnats attention from us. since the whole day he would be away from his parents in the daycare with other children and teachers, he shows by crying and nagging in the evening when he reaches home, that how much he had missed us whole day! initially we used to get upset and ignore him but now one of us sits beside him and shower affection for about half and hour or so. he gets back to normalcy after that. we now are slowly comprehending his actions and trying to understand his problems and finding out a solution for it! happy parenting!:0)
 
Name: Jessica Bueno
Country: usa

my baby is 3 months old and he cries alot, hes really used to some one holding him.
 
Name: hector hernandez
Country: usa

i have a 3month old baby crys alot in the night!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!
 
Name: dan
Country: england

i like this story becauas it is for litul kids
 
Name: Tracy Macias
Country: usa

i have a baby of my own and he is a month old. he eats alot, every three hours or so he drink about 5-6 oz. i am 15 and i am getting the hang of taking care of my baby, actually i got so good at it that a nother mother asked me if i could babysitt her 3 month old. i said yes but that first day, that baby cryed repediately and very loud, i was not prepared for that. well i then asked the mother why did he cry like if they were hitting him or screaming at him and she told me that he did not recognize my voice. then i wondred if baby's are smart enough to determine who is and who is not their pearents.
 
Name: cassandra
Country: usa

i have twin girls they cry alot. i get big headaches im only 14
 
Name: tanya woodruff
Country: canada

i have twin boys who are very different from each other. they are a year old and often need to cry themselves to sleep. it is hard to listen to but sometimes just leaving them is all that works.
 
Name: SS
Country: india

my elder son used to cry a lot as a newborn. especially during the night. nothing used to pacify him. but gradually it the frequency diminished now he is 3+ but cries after waking up. my younger son who is 11 months never had this problem. this means babies are different and your are lucky if get one who does not cry
 
Name: Linda
Country: usa

sometimes babies cry because they want to be held close to you and be able to smell you and feel your heartbeat and know that you are there for them. enjoy your babies, and good luck, especially to those of you who are practically babies yourselves
 
Name: Sara
Country: other

i have a 3-months old baby. she is crying a lot lately. sometimes she is sleeping and for no reason she starts crying. this article really help me to understand that i am not the only one who has a baby who cries for no reason.
 
Name: christina rodriguez
Country: usa

i really liked this article. my babie is only two months old but she does not cry a lot. that is good because she is a good little girl. i am 18 and she is my first daughter. i thought it was going to be difficult caring for her cause i am still a freshman in college. my mom has no trouble at all caring for, and she gets really excited when i come home from school. i think she is smart and knows what is going on in the world. when i talk to her she smiles and laughs with me. of course she does cry but only when shes hungry. and she doesn't liked to be carried a lot, or she gets fussy. but she's my first baby so i like to carry her a lot. she likes it better when she's sitting up and looking all around, i guess to explore her surrondings, than to be in someones arms. she's my first and i love her alot.
 
Name: Amanda S.
Country: usa

i know from experience, with a colic baby, that it is very hard to let your baby sit there and cry. you always want to hold them but you also have to get things done when you're a single mom at 17.
 
Name: N K
Country: india

just like we do certain excersizes at school or join a gym later on babbies too perform excersizes by crying note if your babby is crying but looks happy and content dont think she wants to feed she is doiung an excersize i have seen my nephews nieces grow up in front of my very eyes i have two little grand daughters and a daughter is expecting a babby soon try to understand your babby you do no longer have to worry
 
Name: Sakina
Country: australia

i find this site very useful for would be parents and current parents as well. i have gone through a few sites, but this sites makes reading a pleasure and the information is very positive. also, this site captures a variety of topics! excellent information! =)
 
Name: Pragya
Country: hongkong

hi, my 3months is now getting much better as we had nice lecture from our doctor. who told us to make her routine instead of giving milk every now and then. that way its much better for us and also for the baby. first few days initially will be hard offcourse. now she is getting used to it. at night also sleeping and only awakes when she is hungry. i know its difficult to see your child hungry........but controlling is must. and also must check her or his comfort.......babies don't just cry for anything........we should know how to pacify them.... :o)))) good luck to all of you.
 
Name: Caroline Palka
Country: usa

my comment is why do babies cry when they get shots? do they not like the prick or something? my e-mail address is cap@kans.com. i appreciate it. thank you very much. sincerely, caroline palka, baldwin city, ks. 66006.
 
Name: Mark
Country: australia

oliver is 6 weeks, cries a lot and there is nothing we can do about it. i suspect he is a sensitive little guy and emotionally needy. all you can do is retain your sanity and hope it will all end in the 3 months they suggest. i sympathise with other parents in the same situation
 
Name: todd
Country: usa

he all ways cry becuas he likes to
 
Name: Seema
Country: canada

i know with my youngest child that wet or soiled diapers will promote a crying spell, whereas with my oldest child wet or dirty diapers don't seem to cause him any discomfort or grief.
 
Name: Neferterria
Country: usa

i really like this site. my teacher recommended this site to me because i'm taking a course in school called child development. in that course they prepare us to become parents when we are older or if we happen to become children at such a young age and this site really helps teens that are raising kids. so i have to say this is a really good site.
 
Name: Susan
Country: canada

i have a newborn that is a month old. she cries all the time. i was told that she is cholic. but how do i really know. i have tried all kinds of things to make her stop and im not having much success. please help. mom in need.
 
Name: DESTINY EDWARDS
Country: usa

i am glad to read this articleabout babaies it helps me do reaserch before having kids
 
Name: JANET
Country: usa

when will you answer the questions


 

 
 
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