He cries every time we put him down or leave the room. We attempt to keep him entertained--books, swing, exersaucer, etc. But he still screams. HELP!
2006-06-27 12:55:30 · 15 answers · asked by Laura V 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Since he's used to you coming to get him when he cries, it might be a hard habit to break. Try leaving him where he can see you for short times. Or putting him down when he is asleep.
Playing music - soothing, calming music, might help.
Crying is his only way to communicate, and he is stilll totally dependent on you for everything, so having you out of sight is scary.
It truly will pass with time. You can try going for a ride - usually puts them to sleep - or going for a walk with him in the stroller.
You can also try putting him in his carseat and setting him on top of the dryer when it's running - staying in the room, of course.
Good luck - and remember to take time out for yourselves. Often babies are less fussy and trying when in the care of others. And, after some time to yourselves, things may seem better.
2006-06-27 13:06:23 · answer #1 · answered by kids and cats 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All depends what's bothering him. He may be teething. Try a product called Humphrey's sold at Walgreen's pharmacy in the natural home remedies section. They are tiny balls that taste like sugar and are for teething babies. It takes the edge off the pain and they quiet down because it is sweet. He may be gassy. Try Milocon drops for babies. Maybe hungry. Milk may not be enough for this growing baby. Sometimes a little of step 1 carrot baby food in the milk or baby cereal (rice) fills them up better. Maybe heat put the a/c or fan on and the noise settles them down as well. Take him for a walk in the stroller or put in the baby swing. Movement helps settle them down sometimes. If all else fails take to the Dr. He may have an ear infection or some other pain and crying is the only way to let you know. Good luck though. 1st year is tough. email me if you like sometimes you need someone to talk to in these trying months. ....Mom of 2. 1 has ADHD
2006-06-27 13:07:43 · answer #2 · answered by lanena423 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In answer to your question try Laying with him and let him know your there, he will soon drift off. at night a bath before bedtime usualy does the trick too. As far as the crying when you leave the room i think thats because your child is so young(5 months) that they need to be taught that you are coming back. Try leaving the room for 5 secs, then coming back. then 10 secs, 20secs, 30 secs. Once your child understands that you are coming back........they will find something else to test you with. Good luck.
2006-06-27 13:09:00 · answer #3 · answered by SHABZ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If all the regular things such as feeding,diapering etc have been done and this is a regular problem see your pediatrician the baby may be have colic which is very common or teething and needs something to sooth the gums. Try a little teething ring and see if that helps. Baby orajel is also available for the gums.
2006-06-27 13:10:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't spoil an infant. The only way he has of communicating is to cry. That is all he can do to tell you he is wet, hungry, sleepy, or simply in need of your comfort.
I would highly recommend a sling. www.hotslings.com has some very nice ones at reasonable prices. That way you can still get what you need to do finished and he is still close to you. Some people will tell you that it will make him totally dependant on you, but my son is two and he is incredibly outgoing and independant.
I can't imagine letting my son CIO. Particularly at 5 months!
2006-06-27 15:16:59 · answer #5 · answered by Mustang Gal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You answered your own question. Don't put him down or leave the room. He'll stop crying.
Babies *need* human interaction--24 hours a day. Some babies are smart enough to know and demand what they need to develop properly. He'll probably be smart about other things, too.
2006-06-27 21:01:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son did this too. My pediatrician told me that as long as he's not hungry, has a clean diaper, isn't in physical distress (i.e., something hurts - like gas/colic), isn't tired, or isn't in some other way uncomfortable, then just let him cry.
If you hold him EVERY single time he cries, he's just gotten spoiled. As hard as it is to listen to, just let him cry himself out, and eventually this stage will pass.
2006-06-27 13:25:18 · answer #7 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he has gas. They sell stuff for that. Ask your doctor to check him for any possible probs.
Otherwise just let him cry.(Not forever) It may be a learned activity. He knows if he cries, he gets picked up and that's all he likes right now.
2006-06-27 13:04:46 · answer #8 · answered by theobromo77 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This child has learned already-I cry and I'll get picked up.
As long as he is not hurt, not wet/dirty (diaper), not hunger or sick.
Put him in his room and let him cry...DO NOT go in to sooth him...let him cry.
He needs to unlearn what he has learned. you can go to the door, peek in on him-making sure he is ok. try not to let him see you...if he does; he'll scream louder. it took mine about 2 days to unlearn. after that, i didn't carry him around all the time, left him on a blanket on the floor-talk to him from another room-played music...he knew i/we were there-just not just for him.
2006-06-27 13:10:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
after you have checked all of his needs and cant find another thing that is wrong....leave him in his crib...for like 5 min. let him scream( this will tear ur heart in two) go in comfort him...then leave him a litttle longer each time untill he either stops crying or goes to sleep.....ur baby could also be calic
2006-06-27 12:59:51 · answer #10 · answered by beaiipurple 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋