It is normal that when your child cries inconsolably you will be distressed and even despair. Here we tell you what to do to comfort him.
A baby cries for endless reasons: hunger, cold or heat, illness, fatigue, loneliness, etc. It is their way of telling you that they have a problem and that they need help. Little by little you will differentiate the tones of her crying. To facilitate this work, we give you the following tips:
1. Hunger
It is a demanding energetic scream, followed by a pause and another cry. It gradually grows stronger and more rhythmic. The child slaps his cheek and ear, as if searching for something, and may bite his fist or suck his fingers.
Solution: put him to the breast or give him a bottle. If he really had an appetite, he’ll shut up right away.
2. Pain
It starts suddenly and increases in pitch. The first moan is intense, prolonged, loud and sharp, followed by a long pause in which he holds his breath and gasps for a short time. Then he starts screaming again with his mouth wide open and his tongue bowed.
Solution: The pain is usually due to gas due to the immaturity of the digestive system. Incorporate your baby or give a gentle massage on his tummy, this will relieve him.
3. Annoyance
Low, plaintive cry, longer than that of pain. Breathing stops, and sometimes your face turns red. He has a sulky gesture and his hands are clasped. After the tantrum, the sobs continue.
Solution: Find out why it is uncomfortable. Maybe he is squeezing her clothes or her diaper is dirty. It is also possible that it only seeks your attention and your affection.
4. dream
Whining that starts slowly and increases if you try to distract him. You can hit your ears or alternate crying with the pacifier or your fingers. He can rub his eyes and direct his gaze at you, looking for you to speak to him.
Solution: rock it in the crib or baby carrier. The rocking will reassure you.
5. Loneliness
Moans of protest that cease as soon as you pick him up. Your little one screeches because he needs company. If he does not hear you or you go, he will end up making a big scandal and will be more and more heartbroken.
Solution: the tears disappear as soon as you get close to him because he feels you and listens to you.