Kids' Team of Licking County
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Crying - It Is What Babies Do!

Maybe the baby is hungry, the diaper is wet, or the child wants to be held. Occasionally your child might have a cry of pain. Sometimes nothing seems to stop the crying.  Just remember…
  • It is normal for babies to cry — sometimes for three or more hours a day.
  • Babies usually cry more often in the evening.
  • Crying may come and go for no reason.
  • Crying usually is not a health problem, unless someone gets angry at the child and hurts the child.
  • Crying slows down after three or four months in most children.

If you find yourself getting frustrated…
  • Put your baby down in a safe place and go to the next room.
  • Check on your baby every 10 minutes to see if there is anything you can do; but if not, your baby will be okay.
  • Exercise or listen to music.
  • Call a relative or friend.
  • Call your doctor if you have any questions.
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