



01 A calling cry





Ever heard y

our baby cry for about five to six

seconds, and then pause for the next 20

seconds. They're not watching a

commercial. That's a 'calling cry'. This m

eans that your baby has been alone for

a while and now desperately need your

attention. If you don't respond right

away, you'll hear this fascinating cycle

of crying a couple more times. So, pick

your baby up and give them all the

loving they need.

02 A hunger cry





This type of cry is very similar to the

calling cry, with one little catch. If you

don't get in there right away, the crime

becomes hysterical. Quickly your baby may

also start rotating their head and

making smacking sounds with their mouths. T

his is not the thing from The Exorcist

movie. This is just a clear sign that

it's time to feed.

03 A

pain cry





If you hear a pain cry once,

you'll never confuse it with any of the

others. This crying is flat and constant. B

ut, small hysterical outbursts mean the

pain is increasing and you should call

the doctor as soon as possible. This type

of crying is also very loud unless your

baby isn't strong enough to make loud

noises.

04 A physiological cry





Babies deal

with all kinds of bodily functions like

us. From having gas, to peeing and pooping. T

his can cause them more discomfort

than you think. T

hankfully, babies usually let you know

right away by whining and squeaking as

they cry.

05 A sleep cry





Sleep is another

problem for babies. Sometimes, they just

can't. I can relate

that old saying that goes, I

slept like a baby. I

t

really means I slept and then I woke up

every two hours and cried. In

this case, their crying sounds like an

offended and smooth whining, followed by

loads of yawning. Sleepy babies also tend

to rub their eyes and ears. So, you can

look out for these red flags as well.

06 A

discomfort cry





This crying sounds very

irritated and often comes together with

fidgeting. Your baby can also flail their

arms and legs and arch their backs. This

usually means time to check their diaper

or change their clothes. They may be

either too hot or too cold.

07 A

bored cry





This one is extremely common. Your baby

cries. You try doing everything you can. B

ut, still can't figure out what's wrong. Y

our baby is simply frustrated or

bored. Take them for a walk outside or

around the house. A

simple environment

change can stop the crying quickly.