Why does a baby cry and how to soothe?

Crying is the only way of communication for the babyfind out as he does not do anything to show you the
as it cannot express in any other way. Also in Indiaplace where he is hurt. So try to search everywhere
they say “Balanam rodhanam balam” meaningaround the body.
crying makes babies healthy. Scientifically, crying is6) Scratching: Sometimes babies tend to scratch
good for their lungs.themselves with their nails and unknowingly hurt.
We do everything possible to make ourUsually these will be visible. Cut nails regularly.
babies happy. But still they sometimes cry. It creates7) Doesn’t want to be laid down: Babies like
a kind of anxiety when your baby cries. We try tosomeone around them. They also want someone to
calm them at any cost. So, how do we come to knowhold them. If they have got accustomed to people
the reason behind their weeping? Here are topholding them, they always want someone to do so.
ten reasons why babies usually cry.Especially, if there was a party the day before, and all
1) Hungry: This is the first and foremost reason whyguests were around them cheering them, they expect
even a hail and healthy baby cries from day one. Thisthe same even the next day. Hold the baby and they
can be easily calmed by feeding them. It is said thatmay just stop crying immediately. But, it’s always
weeping of the baby stimulates breast feeding. But ifbetter to lay them down and play with them.
your are going for bottle feeding, this crying will8) Colic pain: This is one moment when the baby cries
continue until  you prepare the milk. So, its better touncontrollably.  This continues for more than three
keep the feeding time in mind and make thehours. It usually goes away when the baby is 3 months
preparations early.old. The reason for colic is yet not discovered surely.
2) Wet Nappy: Babies usually hate to be wet.Colic is something, that is not caused by us and also it
Whenever they attend  their nature’s call theydoes not mean that the baby is unhealthy. A mother
want to be cleaned as soon as possible.should always hold her baby near to her heart when
3) Position problem: The position in which we mightthe baby is crying.  Also when the baby is made to lie
have laid down the baby might not be comfortable.on her stomach, the pain reduces. There are some
Just adjust it a bit by checking if all the parts of thedrops available for colic pain. More tips to soothe the
body are comfortable. The baby also might havebaby can be obtained here
turned to an uneasy position in its crib or cradle. Just9) Nappy/Diaper rash: This is a common problem
check and lay the baby again.faced by babies. Check for such rashes everyday
4) Weather: If the room is too hot, turn on the fan/A/cwhile cleaning. Applying some baby cream and baby
or open the windows. The baby might feel suffogated.powder before putting a diaper reduces the risk of
If the room is too cold, try to keep the baby warm byrash. Change diaper regularly. If a rash is observed,
making her wear socks and mittens. Babies always tryconsult your physician and leave the area free so that
to keep themselves warm. When he/she feels cold,it heals faster.
their energy is consumed in keeping themselves warm.10) Sleepy: When the baby is sleepy, it sometimes
Hence the baby loses its weight. So, try to keep thestarts crying. Put her to bed.
baby warm.Babies are good at catching your expressions. Always
5) Something has bitten: This is one of the toughesthide your anxiety. When they see you getting tensed,
things to find out. If there are mosquitoes in the roomtheir agony increases. So, keep your calm and react
take all the precautions to avoid such biting. When thevery positively and soothe them.
baby is crying because of an insect bite, it is difficult toHappy Parenting!!!