My daughter is 3 days old and she is constantly crying, what do I do to help her sleep?

Answer 1

she maybe still hungry. Try feeding her in feeds closer together than you are currently doing. Also try swaddling her in a warm blanket, turn on some white noise, try a baby swing.

Answer 2

If your really concerned take her to your pediatrician. I had similar problems, with two of mine and the told me it was colic..I would not accept that and insisted on testing being done. turns out both of my babies suffered from Acid reflux ( heartburn) Their stomachs just produced too much acid. Once put on medication, I soon had a brand new baby. I think this happens alot more that anyone thinks because everyone is told that their baby has colic and there's nothing they can do! BULL. Colic....What is Colic exactly?? I'll tell you what it is.... It's what the Doctors will tell you when they don't have a clue what is wrong with your baby because when most parents hear that, they just say "oh ok" and go home. That should not be acceptable to anyone, When a baby cries, they are always crying for a reason.

Don't give up hope, pretty soon you'll be crying just like that baby, cause I know I sure did, It may not seem like it now, but it will get better.

Answer 3

AShe has just come from a warm, dark and snug place in your womb. Try the swaddling method, may be that she just needs to feel snug.
It will take some time to adapt to what her crying means. Create a mental checklist, nappy, food, too hot / too cold, wants some company, wants a love etc....
She is not used to being alone either, you could try putting her in a baby carrier so she is with you and can sleep while you do whatever.

Failing all these, speak to your health visitor as it may be something medical.

Answer 4

If this is your first baby and you feel a little unsure of yourself(which is natural) then the baby could be picking up on that and not settle. She could also be hungry as it takes a couple of days for your milk to come through properly. Babies also really like to feel snug and secure so swaddle her up in a nice soft blanket. Cuddling her close to your chest so she can feel your heartbeat is also a great trick to settle babies down to sleep.
Congratulations on the birth of your daughter, I wish you the best of luck, and hope you manage to get some sleep as well.

Answer 5

are you nursing or bottle feeding? chances are if you are nursing she's hungry. your milk may not have come in fully yet. also their first day or two home from the hospital is a huge transition and she may not be comfortable. how much is she pooping and peeing? if it's a lot then she's getting enough. if she has less than 6 wet diapers a day, she's hungry. call your public health unit and get the nurse to come visit you and weigh your girl before and after a feeding. if it's too little milk you can increase your supply by pumping for 10 minutes each side after your baby is done. makes a huge difference. also get them to check her latch. sounds corny but it's probably hunger. good luck

Answer 6

We got a DVD "The Happiest Baby on the Block - The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Baby Sleep Longer". It has lots of good tips.

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Answer 7

There are many causes that make her cry. You can see whether the room temperature is ok and also her diapers whether its wet , whether she is hungry. sometimes its that she is not use to the enviroment cos she is warm inside your womb and now that she is outside, she feels differently. Try and carry her (not not too much) if not the last resort is to pacify her.

Answer 8

hold her, feed her a lot at least every 2 hours wake her if she's sleeping to eat. she's been held & fed for 9 months, and she's not used to these new sensations of cold, hunger, or lonliness

Answer 9

if you hold the baby against your chest so that she can feel your heart beat and gently rock her back and forth or side to side.....sometimes you have to walk her around. also if you are feeling anxiety then you may want to go out for a bit and let someone else watch her so you can relax, babies can sense your aggrivation and this makes them uneasy. therefore, they cry.
good luck

Answer 10

If you are breast feeding she may be suffering from colic, try eating bland foods.

Also, when she is really fussy lay her on your bare tummy and gently rub her back.