fussy baby at night
Causes of Fussy Baby at Night
Managing a baby is a very tough thing to do and those who have been through this experience even once, would prefer to keep it at that. Take a look at some common reasons for a fussy baby at night and how to take care of him/her.
- The first and the most basic reason is the baby needs a diaper change and the wet one is making sleep uncomfortable.
- Hunger is another reason, if you haven't fed the baby according to the daily schedule. If you have fed him, but he/she is still hungry and not full, you may just about have a fussy baby. They need to be fed every two hours in the first few months and thus need to take care of their little tummies.
- If the baby is feeling hot or cold and can't sleep due to environment conditions. Usually babies need thick bedding around them but sometimes can sweat or get chills due to the weather.
- Body rashes and boils in uncomfortable places can also make him cry and fuss about sleeping.
- Gas or acidity inside the tummy can also make sleepimg difficult and unmanageable.
- If he is suffering from chickenpox, fever, diarrhea or any other health issues, you are definitely going to stay up all night.
- When you know that your baby is crying and can't get sleep, check if he has a dirty diaper and if yes, then change it.
- If your baby is hungry, don't ignore him because you haven't slept and are tired. Instead feed him and he may sleep peacefully. You can then take a nap as well.
- Taking care for the first few years till the baby is dependent on you is not an easy job. Make sure you've checked for rashes and other skin abnormalities before you put him off to sleep, as all the baby can do when things go wrong, is cry.
- If the baby has an illness like a common cold or any of the above mentioned diseases, make sure you've given the proper medicines so he gets sound sleep and doesn't fuss at night.
- After you have checked all the necessary things for the night, sing a lullaby and let him sleep on you.
- The parent's touch or voice is a big comfort for children and gives them the assurance that they are protected and safe. Once he is asleep on your shoulder or arms, then gently lay him in the crib (don't forget to keep his favorite toy).