Why Does A Newborn Cry? What You Need To Know
Your baby is fully dependent on you. You provide her with the food, warmth and comfort that she needs. When she cries, it's her way of communicating any or all of those needs and of ensuring a response from you. It's sometimes hard to work out which need your baby wants you to take care of. But as your baby grows they'll learn other ways of communicating with you. For example, she'll get better at eye contact, making noises and smiling.
So how are you supposed to know exactly what your baby is trying to tell you? It can be tricky to interpret your child's cries, especially at first. HappyMom.Life tells you these most common reasons babies cry:
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Hunger
This is probably the first thing you think of when your baby cries. Learning to recognize the signs of hunger will help you start feeding your baby beforethe crying stage. Some hunger signs to watch for in newborns include fussing, lip smacking, rooting (a newborn reflex that makes babies turn their head toward your hand when you stroke their cheek), and putting their hands to their mouth.
Needs to Burp
Burping isn't mandatory. But if your baby cries after a feeding, a good burp may be all he needs. Babies swallow air when they breastfeed or suck from a bottle, and this may cause discomfort if the air isn't released. Some babies are intensely bothered by having air in their tummy, while others don't seem to burp or need to be burped much at all.
A Dirty Diaper
Some babies let you know right away when they need to be changed. Others can tolerate a dirty diaper for quite a while. Either way, this one is easy to check and simple to remedy.
Needs Sleep
It seems like tired babies should simply be able to go to sleep, anytime, anywhere. But it's harder for them than you might realize. Instead of nodding off easily, babies may fuss and cry – especially when they're overtired.
Wants To Be Held
Babies need a lot of cuddling. They like to see their parents' faces, hear their voices, and listen to their heartbeats, and can even detect their unique smell. Crying can be their way of asking to be held close.You may wonder if you'll spoil your baby by holding him so much, but during the first few months of life that isn't possible. To give your arms some relief, try wearing your baby in a front carrier or sling.
Too Cold or Too Hot
If your baby feels chilly, like when you remove her clothes to change a diaper or clean her bottom with a cold wipe, she may protest by crying.Newborns like to be bundled up and kept warm – but not too warm. As a rule, they're comfortable wearing one more layer than you need to be comfortable. Babies are less likely to complain about being too warm than about being too cold, and they won't cry about it as vigorously.
Wants Less Stimulation
Babies learn from the stimulation of the world around them, but sometimes they have a hard time processing it all – the lights, the noise, being passed from hand to hand. Crying can be a baby's way of saying, "I've had enough."
Not Feeling Well
If you've met your baby's basic needs and comforted him and she's still crying, she could be coming down with something. You may want to check her temperature to rule out a fever and be alert for other signs of illness.The cry of a sick baby tends to be distinct from one caused by hunger or frustration. If your baby's crying just doesn't sound "right," trust your instincts and call or see a doctor.
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