Why Is My Baby Crying?
Newborns cry to communicate their needs.
The common reasons for crying:
- Hunger
- A dirty diaper
- Needs sleep
- Wants to be held
- Tummy troubles (gas, colic, and more)
- Needs to burp
- Too cold or too hot
- Small comfortable issue
- Want less/more stimulation
- Not feeling well
Tips for Parents:
- Calm down!
- Hugs & cuddles
- Soothing rub / Infant massage
- Close to your chest
- Power of distraction
- Sing, hum and coo
When to see doctor?
- Crying continuously for more than three hours
- Has flu-like symptoms
- Generally unwell
- Abdomen appears bloated
- Passed out red-mucoid stool
Photos and article are by courtesy of Dr. Khoo Phaik Choo, Consultant Paediatrician
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