Babies cry for different reasons. Crying is one way babies try to tell us what they need. For example, they may be hungry, have a soiled diaper, or want your attention.
If a crying baby cannot be comforted, the cause may be colic. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about colic and ways to soothe a crying baby.
Colic is a word used to describe healthy babies who cry a lot and are hard to comfort. No one knows what causes colic. Two possible reasons could be that babies with colic may be unusually sensitive to stimulation or they just can’t self-console.
About 1 out of every 5 babies develops colic. Each baby is different, but in general colic usually
Here are ways babies with colic may act.
If you are concerned about your baby’s crying, check with your baby’s doctor to make sure there is no...
