if your baby cry

They cry because they are hungry, cold, wet, tired, bored, warm, or just uncomfortable.All babies cry.

Doctors have found that during the first 7 weeks of life, a baby may cry 21/2 hours a day. Babies usually cry less as they grow older and they find other ways to calm themselves, like sucking on pacifiers or fingers or playing with their hands. While crying is normal, some babies seem to cry for no reason. They are not easily calmed, and they cry for long periods of time. These babies are often referred to as having colic.
What Is Colic?

These signs may mean that a baby has colic:

* Unexplained crying and fussiness (not due to hunger or pain)
* Crying that begins in baby's first month (usually in the first weeks)
* Irregular crying, one or more times a day
* Excessive crying (from 20 minutes to 2 hours each time, or more than 4 hours total each day)
* Nothing seems to calm baby

A colicky baby may also do one or more of these things:

* Cry a loud, piercing cry
* Swing her arms and legs while crying
* Arch his back while crying
* Pull her knees up to her stomach while crying

What Causes Colic?

We don't know for sure, but babies may cry because ...

* Gases passing through the baby's stomach cause pain.
* Painful cramps occur because of changes in hormones after birth.
* The baby is too stimulated by the outside world. A colicky baby may not be able to "ignore" sights and sounds.
* The baby cries to release tension.
* The baby cannot stop unwanted behaviors, such as crying, because don't yet know ways of the baby.

Tips for Remedy and Relief

There is no cure for colic, but there are some things you can do to comfort a fussy baby. To help baby cry less, follow these tips:

* Feed just the right amount-not too much, not too little. Babies who cry after eating may want to suck rather than eat more, or they may need to cry a little as they fall asleep. Talk with your doctor if you aren't sure if your baby is eating enough.
* Give the baby things to look at or listen to earlier in the day. To keep baby calm, avoid active play late in the day.
* Change the baby's position. If you are holding the baby, put her down and let her kick. If the baby is lying down, pick him up and talk to him.
* Handle baby gently. Don't shake or move the baby roughly.

Try these ideas, too:

* Hold your baby in your arms. Keep his arms close to his body. Walk or rock the baby gently, while talking to him softly. Remember gentle! Shaking or bouncing too roughly can harm your baby, or even cause death.
* Sit and hold your baby face down with your hand under her tummy. Slowly rock your legs back and forth, or lift them gently up and down.
* Lie on your back and lay your baby on top of you with his tummy down. Massage or pat his back slowly and gently.
* Give your baby a warm bath, gently massaging her tummy with your hand, soap, or a soft cloth.
* Turn on a radio, vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, clothes dryer, or water faucet. Some babies are calmed by steady sounds and noises.
* Offer your baby a pacifier (again, remember to be gentle-you can injure the baby's mouth if you are too rough).
* Take your baby for a ride. If you use a car, be sure to place baby in a safety seat.
* Place the baby in a wind-up swing; be sure that his neck is supported.

Seeking Medical Help

If you find that your newborn cries a great deal, see a doctor to be sure there isn't a medical problem. Parents of colicky babies shouldn't be afraid to talk openly with their doctors. It's important to mention any concerns you have so you can put them at rest. In some situations a doctor may prescribe medicine, but there is not any medicine yet that completely cures colic in all infants. If medication is prescribed, ask your doctor to talk about the possible side effects.
Coping Techniques for Parents

Caring for a colicky infant can be very difficult. The frustration may become overwhelming. Parents of a colicky baby need to have a plan to help them get through the stress of colic. Keep these ideas and tips in mind:

* Remember not to take the crying personally. Your baby's crying is not a comment on you as a parent.
* Take deep breaths. Try to relax as much as possible. A crying baby can be very frustrating, so try not to "lose your head."
* Take turns with the baby (with your spouse or someone else).
* Try taking 15 minutes to calm your baby. If she is still crying, put her down and let her cry. After 15 minutes, try to calm her again.
* Your first concern should be to make sure baby is safe and secure. It is normal for babies to sometimes cry.
* Take a break from your baby. Ask a trusted friend or relative to babysit so you can spend some time away from your infant.
* Talk to other parents, especially people who have had colicky babies themselves. These may be friends, relatives, or people in a parent support group.
* Don't be afraid to accept or ask for help from friends or relatives who offer. If you can, hire someone to help you around the home.

It can really try your patience to have a baby with colic.

Just remember that the crying should happen less often as baby grows older, and be sure to ask others for the help you need during these difficult months.

WHY Baby Cry ?

Have a new babies are pretty predictable. They sleep, cry, eat, cry, soil their diapers, and cry some more. In fact, some babies seem to cry all the time. Crying is the only way a baby can communicate a need. If your baby is crying, it’s usually for one of the following reasons:

1. Hunger. Most newborns feed every two to four hours, with breastfed babies feeding more frequently than those who are bottle fed. Simply feeding the baby can stop a cry of hunger. Remember to burp the baby during a feeding to avoid gas or indigestion. Babies who cry between feedings may need to suck more often, which can be satisfied with a pacifier or your clean finger. Because extremely active babies can work themselves into a frenzy when they get hungry, you may need to learn to anticipate when your baby is going to be hungry and offer the feeding before he or she becomes upset. Babies that cry often are more likely to have a lot of gas from gulping air, and are more likely to spit up frequently.
   
2. Pain. A cry of pain is usually a high-pitched, screaming cry. Some babies have a disorder called colic, which may be caused by too much gas in the intestine. An infant with belly pain may pull his or her legs up to the chest. Rocking or holding the baby may calm a colicky infant. Of course, there are many possible causes of pain, including illness and injury. If your baby cries for an unusual period of time and you can find no source of his or her pain, call your doctor.
   
3. Discomfort. A cry of discomfort can be caused by too much time in a wet or soiled diaper, being too cold or too hot, a little gas, being in one position for too long, or the need to have a bowel movement. Changing the baby’s diaper, burping him or her, or a little walking or rocking can usually calm this type of cry. Many babies cry right before they have a bowel movement, and then stop after their diapers are changed.
   
4. Overstimulation. It’s a whole new world to a baby, and sometimes it can get to be too much. Many babies become fussy in the evening. A baby that is overstimulated can be calmed by a little quiet time, a warm bath, or rocking.
   
5. Sleepiness. Most people get fussy when they are tired. Tired babies often rub their eyes, or rub their faces against your shoulder. A crying, sleepy baby needs to lie down and take a nap. You might want to take advantage of this quiet time and do the same.
   
6. Fear. That whole new world can be scary to a little person. A baby will cry when startled by a loud noise or sudden activity. You’ll find that certain people or animals may scare your baby. Soothe the baby by holding him or her close. Your presence makes your baby feel safe.
   
7. Boredom. Sometimes babies cry because they have nothing better to do, or because they need some attention.

After a time, many parents find they can identify why their baby is crying just from the sound of his or her cry.

It is important to note that extremely active babies may cry more often than calmer babies. This can be very frustrating for a parent. It’s okay to put the baby down in a safe place, such as his or her crib, close the door, and let the baby cry for 15 to 20 minutes. You should remain in a place where you can hear the baby. Many babies will calm down and even fall asleep within that time period. If your baby does not, go back to him or her after 15 to 20 minutes, pick the baby up, and check again for any of the reasons listed above that can cause a baby to cry.

Remember that the baby is not crying just to annoy you or because you are a bad parent. If you have a very active, fussy baby, take advantage of a support system, such as grandparents or a reliable friend or babysitter, who can give you a break for a short time. Talk to your doctor about your baby’s crying in case there is a medical reason for his or her distress. If your baby’s crying makes you feel angry or extremely stressed, place the baby in his or her crib, and call someone who can help you, such as a crisis hotline, your doctor, or a family member or friend. Never hit or shake the baby. It will not stop the crying and can cause permanent damage or death.