Baby care tip #15 – Soothe your crying baby

Know why you shouldn't leave your crying baby on her own

By: Debjani Arora | | Updated: September 26, 2014 10:50 am

Babies cry for numerous reasons, and in the absence of words and speech crying is their only tool of communication. Although it is generally thought that they cry out of hunger, in reality they may cry for a number of reasons like sheer boredom, need for more attention, change of diaper, or if their super soft booties make them uncomfortable; and the list is endless. Wondering about what else can make your baby shed those tears? Read about these nine reasons that can make your baby cry.

While it is difficult even for mothers, at times, to stop their crying babies, ignoring those shrill wails will in fact do more harm to your baby. If you have tried doing all the obvious things like feeding your baby, changing her diapers or giving her a favorite toy; and have failed, don’t be tempted to just leave her on her own and try to investigate a bit deeper.

If nothing helps to calm your baby pick her up and take her in your arms, the warmth and the soothing sound of your heartbeat works like magic for the agitated baby. But at no point leave her to cry and get over the tantrum on her own. Psychologists believe that this act makes the baby more distanced from the mother and can lead to aggressive behaviour as a toddler or as an adult. Also know why crying is also good for your baby.

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Published : July 4, 2014 6:20 pm | Updated:September 26, 2014 10:50 am

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