How to stay calm when your baby won’t stop crying

When your baby is crying and you don’t know why, it’s not always easy to stay calm, especially when you’re a new parent . Keep in mind that if you let your baby cry it is worse for him and if his crying makes you nervous, there is no better way to calm a baby than through your love. If you let him cry, the problem will get worse because he will feel abandoned and will keep crying.

Instead, take a few minutes to determine what your baby is trying to tell you, and then offer comfort. Whenever a baby cries, it does so for a specific reason. You can think more clearly if you remain calm, even if your child does not respond to your efforts to calm him down. Take a deep breath and remember that you are capable of handling your baby’s needs. We give you some tips to stay calm .

SAY HOW YOU FEEL

This is especially important if your baby is crying for some time and his efforts to stop him so far are not working. It can also help to talk when you feel frustrated.

Saying the words “I’m frustrated” out loud, whether to yourself or to an understanding person, can help calm you down .

BASIC NEEDS

Review the list of basic needs, such as checking the baby’s diaper, offering milk, and burping . Calmly, try changing positions, singing to your baby, patting him and / or rubbing his back and rocking him in a rocking chair. Turn off the lights and play soothing music to calm you and your baby.

SKIN TO SKIN

Hug your baby skin to skin so you can hear the beating of your heart . Easy ways to snuggle skin-to-skin include taking off your shirt and putting your baby on your chest while wearing only a diaper. Another option is to slip your baby in diapers into your shirt and wrap a light sheet around you and the baby to keep him safe .

MECCA

Gently or slowly rock the dance with her while rubbing or patting her back while skin-to-skin. Whisper a calm phrase like “Everything is fine” to your baby, as this can also help calm both of you . Massage your baby with baby lotion.

CARESS HER BODY

Use your fingers to caress the right side of her abdomen . Keep your stroke stable, firm, but still smooth. Use two fingers of both hands to draw a heart shape from just above the baby’s pubic bone to the lower rib with the fingers joined just above the navel for the downward stroke.

Finally, stroke a “U” shape on her abdomen. This massage helps remove bubbles from the intestine and will often relieve a baby with colic or an upset stomach.

PUT YOUR BABY IN THE STROLLER

Put your baby in the stroller or in a car seat and get him moving . Remember to stay calm while doing this. Battery-powered swings and hammocks can also calm the little ones and help them sleep, but don’t abuse these devices, you need your arms more than a machine.

KNOW YOUR LIMITS

Know your limits and when it is time to take a break ask for help to do so. Don’t compare your skills and your baby’s behavior with anyone else. Every baby is different, and certain periods in a baby’s life are more difficult than others, such as when the baby is teething or colicky. If you are alone and feel like you are reaching your limit, put your baby in a safe place like his crib or bassinet. Let him cry while you take a few minutes to breathe and compose yourself .

TAKE TURNS

Take turns caring for your baby if there is another adult or responsible person in the house . Express your need for a break or time-out. While the other adult cares for the baby, take a shower, go for a walk, meditate, take a nap, or do what’s best for you when you need to de-stress. Come back when you are calmer and better able to handle your baby.