Is it normal for a four-month-old baby to cry a lot?

Why can't we hear the fetus crying when it is still in the mother's womb? The main reason is that it feels very safe inside the mother's womb as it is surrounded by the mother's amniotic fluid. However, after birth, the baby may cry frequently due to changes in the environment and being frightened by the surrounding things. Over time, your baby's crying will decrease. Is it normal for a four-month-old baby to cry a lot?

1. In reaction to cold, the baby's crying is low, the baby becomes weak, the skin appears bluish, and in severe cases, the skin becomes pale and dry, the body curls up, and the movements decrease. In reaction to heat, the baby's crying is loud and powerful, the skin becomes flushed, and slight sweating can be seen on the forehead. The baby's limbs move, and in severe cases, a slight fever may occur.

2. Reaction to hunger or thirst: At this time, the baby cries loudly, high-pitched, and regularly, and the head turns left and right. At this time, the mother can tentatively touch the baby's lips. If the baby immediately holds the nipple and sucks it, then she can feed him. After the baby is full, he will stop crying.

How to prevent babies from crying

1. Let him suck. Whether it is the breast, bottle, baby's own fingers or pacifier, sucking always has a soothing effect; massage. Various pats and massages can help calm the baby, but do not massage his belly before four weeks old, avoid the spine and avoid using nut oils such as almond oil; music. Rhythmic sounds or music can help soothe newborns, and even the buzz of a washing machine or vacuum cleaner can help calm some babies.

2. Fresh air, take the baby out for a walk, because even if the crying does not stop, it will not seem so bad outdoors; Flatulence, some babies will feel better after belching, so try to let the baby sit upright and lean on your shoulder, then pat his back gently.

Crying may be a way for adults to release stress, but for children, frequent crying may affect their physical and mental health and be detrimental to their growth. For babies who are more childish and cry easily, parents should be patient and hold them, pat them gently, and give them enough comfort and a sense of security.