If you have a partner or other family members - try to get them
to share some of the care, so you can get some rest. A crying baby is incredibly
tiring and can be stressful, so get help early. Having support will prevent
you reaching ‘screaming pitch’ or acting in a way that may harm
you or baby. Babies are very delicate and even putting them down too roughly
in temper or shaking your baby can cause them serious harm.
Having a new baby is the ultimate responsibility so if you feel
that you need a break to gather your thoughts, ask someone to look after your
baby and have a break away from them for an hour or so - it will do you the
world of good.
Remember to use your health visitor and GP for help and support
during this time.
A very helpful service may also be found at:
The Cry-Sis Helpline
London
WC1N 3XX
Tel: 08451 228 669
Website: www.cry-sis.org.uk
There is also plenty of helpful and practical advice for parents
on the NCPCC helpline: Tel : 0808 800 5000.
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Please be reassured that this
is a very common occurrence you are not on your own. Some babies can seem to cry
almost constantly, leaving you feeling incredibly stressed and feeling that you
are in some way doing something wrong! If you know that your have done everything
for your baby and they are not unwell and have been seen by the GP, the most important
thing now is to get some support for yourself.
