Decoding Babys Cries - Is Baby Annoyed or Uncomfortable? Sounds like: Forced and whiny; has a pattern of short repetitions, like uh-UH, uh-UH. Other clues: He may bat with his hands or scrunch up his face. Solution: Look for causes. When my now-11-month-old twin daughter was an infant, shed sometimes suddenly start crying while we were out on a walk. I soon realized the repeat offender. Her hat had slipped over her eyes. Id move the hat, and the howling would cease. In myriad situations, parents have discovered the calming effect of singing. Once you and baby find your song, simply crooning it can help quell stressful situations. An unexpected cause of crying: Your infant might be cold, even indoors. Your best defense is to dress her in layers. If her head or face doesnt feel warm, then put a hat on your baby, suggests Deana Andersen-Tennant, a postpartum doula in Portland, Oregon, who specializes in families with multiples. One thing that doesnt cause crying is a wet or soiled diaper -- unless your baby has extreme diaper rash. Is Baby in Pain? Sounds like: Piercing and grating. Other clues: She may arch her back or thrash. With gas pain, an infant brings her knees up to her chest or grunts. Solution: A pacifier can live up to its name in many cases, as the sucking reflex calms a baby. Deana Andersen-Tennant swears by pacifiers to help babies pass gas through their systems, but she notes that bottlefed babies take to them better. If youre going to be in a situation you know will cause your baby pain -- such as getting a vaccine or a heel-prick -- then give your baby a pacifier during the procedure or breastfeed him just prior to it. Concerned your babys cries indicate something more serious? Ultimately, go with your gut. When it comes to your baby, you are the best expert.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 01:39:00 +0000
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