Monday, December 31, 2007

Mommy & Baby: When Your Baby Cries

Babies cry. There?s no denying this fact; it?s the only form of communication they have! Deciphering which cry is which is the key, and understanding that not all crying is a bad thing is amazingly important as a parent.
Reasons for crying include:
 Hunger
 Tiredness
 Wet
 Sick
 Bored
 Frustrated
 Out of routine
 Fed too often
 Just because he can (!!!)
The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes that crying is a natural part of your baby?s day; they tell parents to expect their babies to cry. Newborns can and will often cry a total of one to four hours per day. No mother can console her child every time he cries, so don?t expect to be a miracle-worker and do what others cannot. Pay close attent View the rest of this article


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