In the first few months, crying is a baby’s most important means of communication and is therefore completely normal.
They cry when they are hungry, when they are tired and can’t rest, when they need a fresh diaper, or simply because they want attention.
To summarize: As caring, prudent and sensitive as mothers may be – in the first weeks and months of life, crying is a normal part of everyday life.
Source:
BZgA, www.kindergesundheit-info.de/themen/entwicklung/0-12-monate/schreien (last updated February 2023)
Source: Graphic after Brazetton, T.B. 1962
The familiar voices of the parents have a calming effect on the baby.
If babies cry for longer: take turns.
Naked cuddling in particular promotes trust and bonding.
There are reassuring carrying positions – find out more here.
Babies need a lot of rest and time to settle into family life, especially in the first few weeks.
Too many visits can be overwhelming.
When babies are awake, and especially when breastfeeding, they want undivided attention – cell phones, TV and radio also need a break from time to time.
Over time, mothers and fathers know exactly what their baby needs.
But one thing is important: quick comfort works and encouragement does not mean spoiling.
If all the tips don’t help, it’s time to get help:
Vorarlberg midwives
connexia – Parental counseling near you
Early help – Family network
IfS counseling centers
Bregenz, Bludenz, Bregenzerwald, Dornbirn, Feldkirch, Hohenems
aks consultation hours for crying, sleeping and feeding advice
Children’s Services Bregenz T 05574 / 202-5300 (Unterland)
Children’s services Feldkirch T 05574 / 202-5000 (Oberland)
Children’s services Lustenau T 05574 / 202-5400 (Rhine delta)
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