Being a parent is something rewarding and pleasant, although it takes time to fell comfortable with this new role. Both new parents and the babies are learning together. You don’t have to expect to know everything at once.

A new born sleeps more on the first few weeks; usually either in deep sleep, feeling sleepy, awake, cranky, half sleeping, and crying. Watch how your baby change from one situation to another. Every baby is different. A communication between the parents and the baby is very important. Each baby is born as a unique individual. Don’t give up if you baby doesn’t behave as how you wanted him/her to be.

Watch your babies closely, and see how they’re actually giving clues/hints about how they wanted to be treated. Crying is the only method for them to communicate their needs. They usually won’t stop crying until you fulfill their needs. Many parents are confused about what cause the crying?

Baby cries usually because of:

1. Hunger. On the first few weeks, newborn babies get hungry more often. Feed your baby when he/she showing some signs of hunger (looking for something, try to reach to anything that touch the baby’s cheek, sucking the finger, cranky, etc) The best time is to feed your baby in between full and hungry, so your baby doesn’t get too cranky.
2. Feeling lonely. When a baby stays calm and peaceful right after you hold your baby, means your baby misses you. It’s not about pampering your baby, but it’s a need for every baby to get some love from the parents.
3. Feeling hot/cold. Touch the back or the tummy area and check if you feel some heat or cold. Adjust the clothing to make your little angel feel more comfortable.
4. Too much distraction. Too many people around making noise at one time can make your baby feel exhausted. Your baby needs some quiet and peaceful time as well. When this happens, bring your baby to a quieter room to sooth him/her.
5. Shocked. Have you seen your baby suddenly moves, shocks, and cries? Wrap a warm blanket around the body and carry her to calm your baby.
6. Wet diaper. Some babies actually don’t mind about this, but some do.
7. In pain. There’s a possibility that your baby is in pain or feeling uncomfortable, maybe there’s a safety pin poking the skin or the label in the outfit irritate the skin, or a sharp zipper.
8. Sleepy. Some babies get really cranky when they feel sleepy.
9. Behavior. Certain babies are more sensitive than others. Don’t give up, it might needs longer time to adjust themselves to their new environment outside the womb.

See Also:

• Why Does Your Baby Cry?

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