A crying baby can be stressful for new parents, but it’s actually your newborn’s natural way of communicating! Dr. Shrawan Kumar, Senior Pediatrician at New Born Care Centre (NBCC), Patna, explains that 90% of crying episodes have identifiable causes. Here’s how to decode your baby’s tears and provide effective comfort:
5 Common Reasons for Crying & Solutions
- Hunger
- Signs: Lip-smacking, hand-to-mouth movements, rooting reflex
- Solution: Offer breast/bottle feeding immediately
- Gas/Colic
- Signs: Pulling legs up, arching back, spit-up
- Solution: Gentle tummy massage & bicycle leg movements
- Sleepiness
- Signs: Eye-rubbing, yawning, fussiness
- Solution: Swaddle and rock in a quiet, dimly lit room
- Diaper Discomfort
- Signs: Squirming, sudden intense crying
- Solution: Check diaper every 2 hours and change promptly
- Illness/Pain
- Red Flags: High-pitched crying lasting >1 hour, fever >100.4°F
- Action: Contact pediatrician immediately
NBCC Patna’s Specialized Support
🔹 Crying Pattern Analysis: Our “Cry Chart” helps identify unique triggers
🔹 24/7 Pediatric Helpline: Instant access to neonatologists
🔹 Video Consultations: Get expert guidance from home
Dr. Kumar’s Golden 3-3-3 Rule
“Try this before worrying:
3 minutes of walking while holding baby
3 gentle back pats
3 slow rocks
If crying continues beyond 30 minutes, seek medical advice.”
Pro Tip: Track feeding/sleeping patterns using NBCC’s Baby Care App to predict crying triggers.
When to Visit NBCC:
✔ Crying + vomiting/green stools
✔ No wet diapers for 6+ hours
✔ Unusual lethargy or weak cry
At NBCC Patna, we combine advanced diagnostic tools with compassionate care to address infant discomfort. Our team helps parents develop customized soothing strategies based on each baby’s unique needs.