Dear Eve,
My baby cries a lot,He is my first baby.Most times when he cries I think he is being attacked spiritually and this scare me.The Father is an oil worker,he is mostly offshore for months so we are always alone.I have done everything but he won't stop crying.
Should I take him to a spiritual house or a medical center....
Mrs Joyce Ekanem.
Dear Mrs Joyce,
I'm so sorry for what you are passing through,I know it must be very frustrating being your first time in motherhood.But I don't think your child has a spiritual issues.Just read below and see the reasons why babies cry and what to do about it.
1)HUNGER....This is probably the first that comes to mind when a baby cries.Learning to recognize the signs of hunger is the best step in motherhood because it wil will help you feed your baby at the right time.Some hunger signs in newborns include fussing,Lip smacking,rooting(you will notice this when the newborn reflex that makes babies turn their head toward your hand when you stroke their cheeks)It is also a sign of hunger when he starts putting their to their mouth.
2)Stomach Problems.....From Gas And Colic
Tummy upsets associated with gas or colic can lead to lots of crying.The mysterious condition known as colic is usually described as inconsolable crying for atleast three weeks in a row.If your baby often fuss and cry right after being fed,he maybe expressing some sort of tummy pain.one of the known remedy is anti gas drops for babies or gripe water.(it can be herbal or bicarbonate)It has not been proven effective but gets your doctors approval before usage of any of these.
Even if your child isn't colicky and has never been fussy after eating,an occasional bout of gas pain can make her miserable until it passes.If you suspect gas,try putting her on her back,grasping his feet,and moving his legs in a gentle bicycling motion.when you notice that your baby is expresssing gassy,give the baby infant gas drop,Lay him on the bed on her back.Gently push her knees up to his belly in a rocking motion,talk to the baby or sing for him soon the baby would let out some farts and will be fine.
And if the baby's pant is snug elastic waist,pull the waistband away from the belly to see if it helps.
Sometimes that little bit of pressure hurts their tummy.
3)Wants To Be Held.....Babies most times love being cuddled.They like to see their parent's face,Hear their voices and listen to their heartbeats,They can even detect their smell.crying can be their way of asking to be held close.
4)Teething Pains......Teething can be painful as each new tooth pushes through the tender young gums.Some babies suffer more than others,but all are likely to be fussy and tearful from teething at some point.if your baby seems to be in pain and you're not sure why try feeling his gums with fingers.You may be surprised to discover the hard nub of emerging baby tooth.NOTE teething in new babies on average breaks through between 4 and 7 months but it can still happen earlier.
5)Wants More Stimulation....A demanding baby may be outgoing and eager to see the world.And often the only way to stop the crying and fussing is to stay active.This can be exhausting for you.
Try wearing your baby facing out in a front carrier.So he can see all the activities around him.Plan plenty activities.Hang out with parents with babies,Go on regular outings to kid friendly places such as local playground,Children's museum or a visit to the zoo.
6)Wants Less Stimulation....
Babies learn from the stimulation of the world around them but sometimes they have a hard time processing it all.The lights,the noise, being passed from hand to hand can be too much for the baby and crying can be the babies only way of saying I've had enough.
7)Too Hot Or Cold....
If your baby feels chilly,like when you remove his clothes to change a diaper or clean her bottom with a cold wipe,he may protest by crying.
Newborns like to be bundled up and kept warm.But not too warm,As a rule,they're comfortable wearing one more layer than needs to be comfortable.
Babies are less likely to complain about being too warm than being too cold and they won't about as vigorously.
8)Something painful and card to notice....
Babies can be troubled by something as hard to spot as a hair wrapped tightly around a tiny toe or finger.cutting of circulation(Hair tourniquet in medieval term)it's one of the first thing doctors look for in babies that cries for no reason.Some babies are extra sensitive to things like scratchy clothing tags or fabric.And can be picky about subtleties ranging from the position they're held in to the bottle you offer.
Sometimes you need to put yourself in your baby's shoe to understand his problems.Ask yourself if your finger or foot stuck or cramped how will you feel?do you need to change the way you are string or lying down.All this will help you detect what your baby needs.
9)Needs To Burp....
Burping isn't mandatory.Bit if your baby cries after am being fed,a good burp might be all he wants.babies swallow air when feeding and this may cause discomfort if the air isn't released.Some babies are intensely bothered by having air in their tummy.While others do t seem to burp or needs to be burped much at all.
10)Sleep....
It can be that the baby is tired and I need of sleep.tired babies should just doze off right?but it's harder for them that we might realize.most babies may fuss and cry whenever they are over tired
After feeding,played with,played with and your baby starts crying and fussing,he might be overtired.Just cuddle him close,talk to him and let him cry after a while he will sleep off.
11)Dirty Diaper.Some babies let you know right away when they need to be changed.Others can tolerate a dirty diaper for a while.
12)Not Feeling Well....
If you've met your baby basic needs and comforted him and he still crying.He could be coming down with fever.
Note:Thr cry of a sick baby tends to be distinct fronone caused by hunger or frustration.Id your baby's crying just doesn't sound "right"your instinct may be right then you need to se a doctor.
What To Do If Your Baby Still Cries...Well fed?checked and changed diaper?No fever?Dont panic,your baby is just being a baby.He has his own good reason but can't tell you what's wrong and no parent even the wisest ones can read their child's mind.Just comfort him even if he can tell you why he is still crying.
My baby cries a lot,He is my first baby.Most times when he cries I think he is being attacked spiritually and this scare me.The Father is an oil worker,he is mostly offshore for months so we are always alone.I have done everything but he won't stop crying.
Should I take him to a spiritual house or a medical center....
Mrs Joyce Ekanem.
Dear Mrs Joyce,
I'm so sorry for what you are passing through,I know it must be very frustrating being your first time in motherhood.But I don't think your child has a spiritual issues.Just read below and see the reasons why babies cry and what to do about it.
1)HUNGER....This is probably the first that comes to mind when a baby cries.Learning to recognize the signs of hunger is the best step in motherhood because it wil will help you feed your baby at the right time.Some hunger signs in newborns include fussing,Lip smacking,rooting(you will notice this when the newborn reflex that makes babies turn their head toward your hand when you stroke their cheeks)It is also a sign of hunger when he starts putting their to their mouth.
2)Stomach Problems.....From Gas And Colic
Tummy upsets associated with gas or colic can lead to lots of crying.The mysterious condition known as colic is usually described as inconsolable crying for atleast three weeks in a row.If your baby often fuss and cry right after being fed,he maybe expressing some sort of tummy pain.one of the known remedy is anti gas drops for babies or gripe water.(it can be herbal or bicarbonate)It has not been proven effective but gets your doctors approval before usage of any of these.
Even if your child isn't colicky and has never been fussy after eating,an occasional bout of gas pain can make her miserable until it passes.If you suspect gas,try putting her on her back,grasping his feet,and moving his legs in a gentle bicycling motion.when you notice that your baby is expresssing gassy,give the baby infant gas drop,Lay him on the bed on her back.Gently push her knees up to his belly in a rocking motion,talk to the baby or sing for him soon the baby would let out some farts and will be fine.
And if the baby's pant is snug elastic waist,pull the waistband away from the belly to see if it helps.
Sometimes that little bit of pressure hurts their tummy.
3)Wants To Be Held.....Babies most times love being cuddled.They like to see their parent's face,Hear their voices and listen to their heartbeats,They can even detect their smell.crying can be their way of asking to be held close.
4)Teething Pains......Teething can be painful as each new tooth pushes through the tender young gums.Some babies suffer more than others,but all are likely to be fussy and tearful from teething at some point.if your baby seems to be in pain and you're not sure why try feeling his gums with fingers.You may be surprised to discover the hard nub of emerging baby tooth.NOTE teething in new babies on average breaks through between 4 and 7 months but it can still happen earlier.
5)Wants More Stimulation....A demanding baby may be outgoing and eager to see the world.And often the only way to stop the crying and fussing is to stay active.This can be exhausting for you.
Try wearing your baby facing out in a front carrier.So he can see all the activities around him.Plan plenty activities.Hang out with parents with babies,Go on regular outings to kid friendly places such as local playground,Children's museum or a visit to the zoo.
6)Wants Less Stimulation....
Babies learn from the stimulation of the world around them but sometimes they have a hard time processing it all.The lights,the noise, being passed from hand to hand can be too much for the baby and crying can be the babies only way of saying I've had enough.
7)Too Hot Or Cold....
If your baby feels chilly,like when you remove his clothes to change a diaper or clean her bottom with a cold wipe,he may protest by crying.
Newborns like to be bundled up and kept warm.But not too warm,As a rule,they're comfortable wearing one more layer than needs to be comfortable.
Babies are less likely to complain about being too warm than being too cold and they won't about as vigorously.
8)Something painful and card to notice....
Babies can be troubled by something as hard to spot as a hair wrapped tightly around a tiny toe or finger.cutting of circulation(Hair tourniquet in medieval term)it's one of the first thing doctors look for in babies that cries for no reason.Some babies are extra sensitive to things like scratchy clothing tags or fabric.And can be picky about subtleties ranging from the position they're held in to the bottle you offer.
Sometimes you need to put yourself in your baby's shoe to understand his problems.Ask yourself if your finger or foot stuck or cramped how will you feel?do you need to change the way you are string or lying down.All this will help you detect what your baby needs.
9)Needs To Burp....
Burping isn't mandatory.Bit if your baby cries after am being fed,a good burp might be all he wants.babies swallow air when feeding and this may cause discomfort if the air isn't released.Some babies are intensely bothered by having air in their tummy.While others do t seem to burp or needs to be burped much at all.
10)Sleep....
It can be that the baby is tired and I need of sleep.tired babies should just doze off right?but it's harder for them that we might realize.most babies may fuss and cry whenever they are over tired
After feeding,played with,played with and your baby starts crying and fussing,he might be overtired.Just cuddle him close,talk to him and let him cry after a while he will sleep off.
11)Dirty Diaper.Some babies let you know right away when they need to be changed.Others can tolerate a dirty diaper for a while.
12)Not Feeling Well....
If you've met your baby basic needs and comforted him and he still crying.He could be coming down with fever.
Note:Thr cry of a sick baby tends to be distinct fronone caused by hunger or frustration.Id your baby's crying just doesn't sound "right"your instinct may be right then you need to se a doctor.
What To Do If Your Baby Still Cries...Well fed?checked and changed diaper?No fever?Dont panic,your baby is just being a baby.He has his own good reason but can't tell you what's wrong and no parent even the wisest ones can read their child's mind.Just comfort him even if he can tell you why he is still crying.
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