Checklist - Why Babies Cry
Keep this handy for when your baby cries and you need help!
All babies cry … but what’s normal and what’s not?
WHY BABIES CRY … They’re Trying to Tell You Something!
| Hungry | Is in pain |
| Tired | Has a Fever |
| Needs a diaper change | Bored...Needs Interaction |
| Scared...wants to feel secure | Over-stimulated |
| Cold | Needs to burn off energy |
| Hot | Painful Gas |
| Isn't feeling well |
What Causes Gas
- Baby’s immature digestive system contains very few of the stomach juices needed to
break down food
Symptoms of Gas
- Pulls legs up
- Lies in a curled position
- Bloated
Ways to Lessen Gas
- Burp your baby every 3-5 minutes while nursing or feeding
- Avoid “gassy” foods while nursing: beans, bran, broccoli, brussels sprouts,
cabbage, caulifl ower, caffeine, dairy and onions - Give your baby infant gas drops to gently break up the gas bubbles
Symptoms of Colic
- 3 hours of crying for 3 days a week for more than 3 weeks
- Crying constantly, usually at the same time every day, late in the afternoon or evening
- High pitched squeal; trouble catching their breath
What to Do When Baby is Crying
- Stay calm
- Take a time-out … put baby in a safe place and take a 10 minute break
- Talk to your baby’s health care provider for advice and support
- See the www.4baby.com Checklist on “Soothing, Swaddling and Holding”° Is in pain
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