When our baby won’t stop crying it can cause us to feel anxious, frustrated and even make us angry. We can feel utterly helpless and guilty that we are doing something wrong. In times like this, when you feel utterly helpless and your child won’t stop crying you need to develop some strategies in order to take care of yourself. Helping calm and soothe yourself will help center you so you can figure out what is going on with your baby and what to do.

Things to consider when coping with a crying, colicky baby:

Recognize your limits and accept them - You are only human and we all have limits. Recognizing the warning signs for when you are feeling overwhelmed and are about to be pushed over the edge will help you to plan ahead for extra help or a break before it is too late! Planning and being able to give yourself five minutes because you recognized signs will help you be a better mother. Sometimes you may only need five minutes, other times it may be a talk from your loved ones. Recognizing when you need it is important in ensuring you don’t freak out and you maintain a healthy relationship with your baby.

Reach out for support – Enlist as many family members as you can in helping to look after your new baby. Years ago most people lived close to their families and often were still living together under one roof. Everyone helped each other. Today we have all become very isolated, so if you are fortunate enough to have family about you who are willing to help take advantage of it. It is great for your baby to become accustomed to grandparents, aunts, uncles etc. It will also help you get the rest you need and to get on with other things that need your attention. Just knowing you have some help is enough to help you relax a little and realize you are not alone.

You don’t have to be Little Miss Perfect – Being a parent will show you that trying to be perfect is impossible. We are human, we make mistakes and we can’t be perfect at being a parent all the time. We need our own space too and you shouldn’t feel guilty for it. Realize that part and parcel of parenting is the fact that you will fail sometimes and that’s ok. With these few things in your mind, you should be able to cope better with your new bundle of joy because you recognize your limitations and help at hand. Babies are all different and it can take time to recognize their cues and own little signals. While you are working it out, it is good to get the support you need.

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