13/03/2026
👉 Sometimes newborns cry for long periods even when they are healthy. This pattern is often called infant colic.
👉 Doctors usually describe colic as crying for more than 3 hours a day, several days a week, in an otherwise healthy baby.
👉 It can sound very intense, but many babies go through this stage & it usually improves as they grow.
Some things that may help soothe a colicky baby include:
• gentle rocking or holding
• skin-to-skin contact
• keeping the environment calm and quiet
⚠️ Trust your instincts as a parent. It’s best to check with a doctor if your baby has fever, repeated vomiting, diarrhea, refuses feeds, or seems unusually weak.
If you're a new parent dealing with long crying evenings, you're not alone🤍
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