Learn all about the 5 S’s for soothing babies, the calming reflex, and repeat after me: All babies cry and soothing crying can be unexpectedly hard.
The birth of an infant is a glorious experience, but it’s a rare parent who doesn’t have episodes of anxiety and self-doubt...especially if your new bundle has colic or simply cries more than you expected. Persistent fussing can easily cast a shadow over your confidence and make you wonder if your own fear or frustration is causing at least some of your baby’s tears. But babies are just babies! Your bub is not crying at you or because of you. They’re not mad at you. Human babies are simply born too early and need a little more womb-like care for a few months—the fourth trimester—to help make them feel safe and secure. My advice? Learn all about the 5 S’s for soothing babies, the calming reflex, and repeat after me: All babies cry and soothing crying can be unexpectedly hard. I’m learning.