When My Nights Turned Into Crying Sessions
When my baby was just two months old, my nights completely changed. Every night around 2 a.m., my baby would suddenly start crying. Sometimes the crying was soft and slow, and sometimes it was loud and continuous. I would wake up in panic, trying to understand what was wrong.
At first, I thought it was just hunger. Then I thought maybe the diaper was wet. Sometimes I wondered if my baby was in pain or feeling scared. I felt confused and tired, and many nights I sat on my bed holding my baby and crying quietly myself.
My sleep routine was totally broken. I felt exhausted during the day, and at night I felt nervous because I knew the crying would start again. I think every new mother goes through this emotional phase at least once.
I am from India, and in our homes we often try grandma’s home remedies before going to a doctor. Our elders believe that patience and observation can solve many small problems. With this belief, I decided to understand my baby’s crying instead of panicking every night.
Learning to Listen to My Baby
With time, I realized that a baby’s cry is a form of communication. Babies cannot speak, so they cry to express every need and feeling. Every cry has a meaning. We just need to observe carefully.
To understand my baby better, I started keeping a small diary. In it, I wrote:
When my baby was fed
When my baby slept
When my baby cried
When I changed the diaper
At first, it felt tiring to write everything down. But after a few days, I started seeing patterns. I could guess what my baby needed just by the time and the type of cry.
This small habit helped me feel more confident as a mother.
“Studies show that newborns have a sleep cycle of only 50-60 minutes, which is why they wake up so often compared to adults. Understanding this helped me realize my baby wasn't always in pain; they were just transitioning between sleep cycles."
The 5 Main Reasons My Baby Used to Cry
1. Hunger Cry
If more than two hours had passed since the last feeding, my baby would cry because of hunger. Babies grow fast and need frequent feeding.
I started checking the time regularly and feeding my baby before the crying became too strong. Slowly, I noticed that my baby became calmer and slept better.
2. Wet Diaper Discomfort
Sometimes my baby cried simply because the diaper was wet. A wet diaper can make a baby feel cold, itchy, and uncomfortable.
I made it a habit to check the diaper whenever my baby cried, even at night. After changing it, my baby often stopped crying immediately.
3. Gas or Burp Problem
If my baby did not burp after feeding, gas formed in the stomach and caused pain. This made my baby cry and feel restless.
When I started holding my baby upright and gently patting the back after every feed, the crying reduced a lot. Burping became a very important part of our routine.
4. Tummy Pain in Newborns
When babies are under one month old, their digestion system is still developing. This can cause stomach pain or colic.
In our home, a gentle tummy massage and a warm cloth helped my baby relax. These simple home remedies brought comfort.
5. Tiredness or Overstimulation
Sometimes my baby cried just because they were tired and could not fall asleep. Bright lights, noise, or too many people can make a baby uncomfortable.
I fixed a simple bedtime routine with dim lights, soft voice, and a quiet room. This helped my baby sleep peacefully.
Small Changes That Made a Big Difference
Always burp after feeding
Keep the lights dim at night
Play soft music or white noise
Give a gentle massage daily
Keep a fixed sleep time
These small habits helped my baby feel safe and calm.
When Crying Is Not Normal
Not every cry is simple hunger or discomfort. Sometimes, crying can be a sign of illness.
There were days when my baby cried more than usual and looked uncomfortable. I noticed:
Warm forehead
Runny nose
Cough
Weakness
In India, weather changes quickly. During March and April, when winter ends and summer begins, babies often get:
Cold
Cough
Fever
Viral infections
Weather change can weaken a baby’s immunity. Sometimes, babies get viral fever or seasonal cold.
If your baby:
Cries continuously
Refuses to feed
Has fever
Looks weak
“You must immediately consult a doctor.”
What This Phase Taught Me as a Mother
I learned that not every cry means danger. With patience, observation, and trust in my baby, I could understand what was wrong.
Today, I share my experiences on my blog to help other parents who feel the same confusion and fear.
Final Message for New Moms
If your baby also cries at night, do not blame yourself. You are a good mother who is trying her best.
Every baby is different, but love, patience, and understanding always guide us.
