I guess one of the most challenging parts of parenting is soothing a crying baby. In fact, many parents find themselves at a loss as to why their baby is crying all the time. Is the baby really a fretful baby or is he telling you something?
Babies usually cry for a reason. Although there are babies that are more fretful and more sensitive than others, the most common reasons for crying are the following:
1. Hunger
Feeding the baby should be done every after 4 hours or so. Their little tummy can only hold a bit of milk at a time. This is why they get hungry easily.
2. Discomfort
Your little one can be uncomfortable due to a dirty, leaky or a smelly diaper. Choose the best diaper that can seal moisture in and prevent rashes. Discomfort can also be caused by an uncomfortable mattress. Choose a mattress that can provide utmost comfort and support to your baby's body.
3. Lack of …show more content…
Room temperature is not good
If it is too cold or too warm in the room, your baby will have trouble going to sleep. Make sure there is proper ventilation in the room. You might also want to install a dehumidifier close to the crib.
Try buying a baby monitor with features that show temperature. This will allow you to determine the right temperature in your baby's room.
6. Growing teeth
One of the uncomfortable parts of your baby's life is when a tooth is growing. It is painful and itchy. You can try purchasing a teether so your baby can chew on the toy when the discomfort becomes too unbearable.
Ice cubes also help. Get an ice cube and wrap a handkerchief around it. Use it to numb out the gum of your baby.
7. Cannot breathe properly due to flu
Is your baby suffering from flu? Babies also suffer from clogged nose when afflicted with flu. Consult your baby's pediatrician about the best medicines and products that can help abate flu symptoms. It also helps to massage a mentholated treatment on your baby's chest and back to ease up their breathing.
8. Insect bites or skin
Babies usually cry for a reason. Although there are babies that are more fretful and more sensitive than others, the most common reasons for crying are the following:
1. Hunger
Feeding the baby should be done every after 4 hours or so. Their little tummy can only hold a bit of milk at a time. This is why they get hungry easily.
2. Discomfort
Your little one can be uncomfortable due to a dirty, leaky or a smelly diaper. Choose the best diaper that can seal moisture in and prevent rashes. Discomfort can also be caused by an uncomfortable mattress. Choose a mattress that can provide utmost comfort and support to your baby's body.
3. Lack of …show more content…
Room temperature is not good
If it is too cold or too warm in the room, your baby will have trouble going to sleep. Make sure there is proper ventilation in the room. You might also want to install a dehumidifier close to the crib.
Try buying a baby monitor with features that show temperature. This will allow you to determine the right temperature in your baby's room.
6. Growing teeth
One of the uncomfortable parts of your baby's life is when a tooth is growing. It is painful and itchy. You can try purchasing a teether so your baby can chew on the toy when the discomfort becomes too unbearable.
Ice cubes also help. Get an ice cube and wrap a handkerchief around it. Use it to numb out the gum of your baby.
7. Cannot breathe properly due to flu
Is your baby suffering from flu? Babies also suffer from clogged nose when afflicted with flu. Consult your baby's pediatrician about the best medicines and products that can help abate flu symptoms. It also helps to massage a mentholated treatment on your baby's chest and back to ease up their breathing.
8. Insect bites or skin