What are some things parents can do to handle the stress of a crying baby?
Living with a fussy, crying baby can be a challenge to one’s patience and self-control. This is especially true when the parent is depressed, addicted, or alone. Parents in these cases should try to arrange some sort of support system. That way, if the crying is too much to handle, they can get someone to take the baby for a while. Not doing this may lead to child abuse. Even in functional, intact families, crying babies can be stressful to the caregivers. This can also be hard on a marriage. Parents of young infants should try to find time for an evening out together, without the baby. The primary caregiver should also have a babysitter available, even if it’s just for a few hours. This allows for a little rest or recreation. Most parents gradually learn whether or not their baby’s crying is something to worry about. If the baby’s crying seems to be out of the ordinary, the parents should contact the child’s healthcare provider to discuss it. The healthcare provider can usually tell f
