As a first-time mom, there is nothing more worrisome for me than to see my baby crying. Even after I had changed his nappies, burped him, made sure he was fed, didn’t have fever, kept the room at a comfortable temperature, and basically addressed everything I thought he needed–he still wouldn’t stop crying. Luckily, throughout all the crying fests, my husband has always been very supportive and incredibly calm.
After a lot of trial and errors with our newborn, we were able to learn more about our baby, and eventually discover ways to soothe him when he cries. Take note, the keywords are to know your baby, and of course to always make sure that all his needs are addressed, and if it’s a cry that’s out of the ordinary, even if you’re a first-time mom, always trust your instinct and ask an expert’s advice immediately.
But if all needs are met, and there are no medical issues to worry about, here are a few things you can try to soothe your crying baby (especially during those early morning crying sessions).
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