10 Reasons Why Babies Cry At Night

There are many reasons why babies cry and understanding their tears is something only a mother or a nanny can do. Did you know that there are different types of cry which a baby indicates to his/her mother? It is indeed fascinating, no matter how sad it is to hear the painful shrill of your little newborn.

There are some reasons why babies cry and Boldsky shares with you 10 possible ways that your little one might be throwing a tantrum. Normally, babies cry at night because they are hungry, need a diaper change or even the thought of fear can make them to shed tears.

Take a look at some of the reasons why babies cry at night:

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Sick

Sick

When your baby is sick, they tend to be cranky and moody all the time. This is one of the reasons why babies cry at night.

To Be Changed

To Be Changed

Babies hate to lie in their own poop even if it has to be for a minute. It is best to opt for huggies at night instead of cloth napkins.

To Be Fed

To Be Fed

Feeding your baby needs to be clocked in by the mother. If you forget or delay the feeding, your baby will begin to howl the whole night.

When In Pain

When In Pain

One of the main reasons why babies cry at night is because they might be experiencing pain. Their skin is delicate, so even a mosquito bite can make them cry.

When The Mom Goes Missing

When The Mom Goes Missing

When they learn that their mother is not around, they get tensed and start to worry. This is one of the reasons why babies cry at night.

To Get Attention

To Get Attention

Baby wants some affection, and just wants to be held by either the mom or dad. A warm cuddle will calm your baby and soothe him.

When Rash Troubles Them

When Rash Troubles Them

The feeling of discomfort when your baby has a rash is indescribable. Understand this cry of your baby and look into some home remedies for treating diaper rash.

When Tired

When Tired

When they are tired and not able to sleep, babies usually cry. At this moment, singing a lullaby to your little one can help.

 Upset Tummy

Upset Tummy

Upset tummies are painful especially if they have to pass stools during the night. This also disturbs the baby's sleep pattern which is why they cry.

The Environment

The Environment

Sometimes, a noisy environment can create disturbance for the little baby, which then leads to them crying at night.

Story first published: Tuesday, May 20, 2014, 18:19 [IST]
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