Question
Your baby continues to cry throughout the day and night, even though the milk supply is sufficient and calcium supplements have been administered, but the crying persists.
Answer
A baby’s crying is akin to an adult’s language, a means to express needs or emotions. The younger the baby, the higher the frequency of crying. A baby’s crying can be categorized into physiological and pathological types. If a baby’s cry is loud but of short duration, and their diet, complexion, and bowel movements are all normal, this is usually an instinctive cry of the baby, and parents should not be overly concerned. Possible reasons for a baby’s physiological crying may include:
- Tiredness: The cry starts loud and gradually becomes soft and weak, with the baby rubbing their eyes and not wanting to open them. At this point, simply allowing the baby to calm down or placing them in bed can usually alleviate the situation. If a baby’s crying does not stop, it is recommended that parents closely observe other symptoms of the baby and seek medical advice if necessary.