The diaper is changed, baby is fed and cozy….and yet…the crying continues. What can you do with a fussy baby? The short video below covers when babies cry the most and what works (and doesn’t work) to help them calm down.
When parents come to me for a prenatal “meet and greet” visit, sometimes they ask me for pre-baby recommended reading. I always suggest this one, which was written by well-respected pediatrician Dr. Karp. It’s absolutely my favorite because it explains the fussy period, what (doesn’t) cause it, and how to get through it while preserving some sanity.
For more information on the fussy period, dubbed “the period of purple crying” (P.U.R.P.L.E. is an acronym), visit this excellent resource. It reminds you that you aren’t alone as a parent of a fussy infant and can really help when you aren’t sure what to do with your fussy baby.
Visit the “development through the months” timeline for more info on your baby’s development.
Remember that every baby is different. The intention of babyfluent is to share science, not to negate anyone’s experience. If you have had success with any of the interventions that statistically “do not help”, I don’t doubt that…and cheers to you!
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Great information