How to Calm a Baby Who Often Weeps Under 1 Year Old

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YOGYAKARTA - Babies under the age of 1 year often cry. The causes are quite diverse so that parents must really understand what triggers them to cry. The way to calm a baby who often cries is to understand what the trigger is.

How to Calm a Baby Who is Crying a Lot

Here are some ways to make crying babies calmer and quieter. You can try one at a time.

Make sure the baby is not hungry.

Hunger is the most common cause of babies crying, especially in newborns who need breast milk or formula every 2-3 hours. In addition to crying, hungry babies usually show other signs such as opening their mouths to look for the nipple (rooting reflex), sucking their fingers, licking their lips, or looking restless.

If the breastfeeding time has passed for a long time, try breastfeeding the baby first. A full baby will generally be calmer and easier to fall asleep.

Check the baby diaper.

Wet or full diapers can make babies feel uncomfortable, which triggers crying. In addition, skin irritation due to diapers, clothes that are too tight, or body temperature that is too hot or too cold can also make babies fussy.

Check the diaper condition periodically and make sure the clothes used are in accordance with the ambient temperature so that the baby feels comfortable.

Carry the baby to feel safe and calm.

Many babies feel calmer when they are carried because they feel the warmth of the body, the heartbeat, and the closeness to their parents. Carrying while swinging slowly can give a sense of security that reminds the baby of the atmosphere in the womb.

If possible, use an ergonomic sling that can support the baby's head, neck, and back well so that parents are also more comfortable when holding for longer periods of time.

Create a calm atmosphere

An overly noisy environment, very bright light, or too many people around can make some babies more fussy. If the baby continues to cry, try moving to a quieter room with dim lighting. Some babies are also easier to calm down when they hear soft sounds, such as lullabies, fan sounds, or white noise. A comfortable environment helps babies relax and fall asleep more easily.

Watch if the baby is sleepy.

Babies who are too tired often have a harder time sleeping and become more easily crying. Some signs that babies are starting to get sleepy include rubbing their eyes, yawning repeatedly, staring blankly, or becoming more fussy than usual.

If these signs appear, immediately help the baby sleep before he becomes too tired. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule can also help reduce the frequency of crying.

Those are some ways to calm a baby who often cries. Visit VOI.id for other interesting information.