10 reasons babies cry (and 30 ways to calm them down)
All babies cry – and some babies cry a lot. Sometimes you’ll understand what your baby is trying to tell you but often it can take a bit of deciphering.
Most commonly, it’s because they are hungry or wet, so feeding and changing are two of the most obvious ways to settle a crying baby. But what if you’ve done this and bub is still crying? Here are all the common reasons babies cry (and what you can do to stop it!)
Make sure you talk to your health care provider about any ongoing concerns you have about your baby’s crying or discomfort.
3. They're not comfortable in their environment
Sometimes your baby will cry when someone who is not mum is caring for him, especially when overtired and overstimulated.
Sometimes no one else will do and all you can do is hold your baby and let them know you are there.