When a baby is really young, their parents tend to have a bunch of fears about their little one’s well-being and health. They try to guess exactly what their baby wants and what it is that might be causing them discomfort. But how do you understand babies without using words? Luckily, some experts decoded this unique baby language. Here're some clues you’ll need to figure out what your little bundle is trying to say.
• Ever heard your baby cry for about 5 or 6 seconds, and then pause for the next 20 seconds? This means that your baby has been alone for a while and now desperately needs your attention.
• This type of cry is very similar to a calling cry with one little catch – if you don't get in there right away, the crying becomes hysterical quickly.
• If you hear a pain cry once, you'll never confuse it with any of the others. This crying is flat and constant.
• Babies deal with all kinds of bodily functions like us, from having gas to peeing and pooping. And these can cause them more discomfort than you think!
• Sleep is another problem for babies – sometimes they just can't! In this case their crying sounds like an offended and smooth whining, followed by loads of yawning.
• A discomfort cry sounds very irritated and often comes together with fidgeting. Your baby can also flail their arms and legs and arch their backs.
• This one is extremely common – your baby cries, you try doing everything you can but still can't figure out what's wrong. Easy, your baby is simply frustrated or bored!
• “Neh” means “Hey, I'm hungry here, feed me!” This sound comes from your baby pushing their tongue up to the roof of their mouth, triggering the sucking reflex.
• “Eh” is “I think I'm gonna burp now!” With that, the excess air starts leaving the baby's esophagus, and your baby tries to release it from their mouth.
• “Owh” means “I'm so sleepy and tired!” Your baby just folds their lips before yawning and this sound comes out!
• “Heh” is baby speak for “I'm not feeling it, I’m uncomfortable.” The main reason is probably an unpleasant feeling of some sort. The baby can give away their feelings by constantly moving and jerking their hands and feet as well.
• “Eairh” indicates “I have a sore tummy, help!” This strange sound can turn into a moan, as your baby stretches the belly and exhales. Don't ignore these symptoms - take action right away.
• If your baby arches their back during eating, it's a sign of reflux, after eating it means they're full.
• If ear rubbing is followed by intense crying, you should definitely visit the doctor to find the source of the problem.
• Fist or no fist shows how hungry your baby is. A perfectly relaxed hand means that they're full, while strong fist shows that they need baby food right this minute.
• During the first months of your baby's life, colic and tummy pain are almost inevitable. Your baby tries to cope with it on their own by lifting their legs to ease those unpleasant sensations.
• Loud sounds, bright lights, and sudden wake-ups provoke the startle reflex in little babies. As a result, they jerk their arms out of fear.
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