It’s 1a.m. Frustrated and tired, your baby begins to wail again, and you just can’t figure out what is wrong.
Every mother has been in this position at one point or another. Trying to meet the needs of a helpless little soul who can’t speak a lick can be a challenge to say the least.
Babies, however, aren’t completely void of a communication method. They may not have mastered the English language, but they sure are aces at crying; and every whimper can be delivering a message in code.
The general consensus is that there are six different types of cries that a baby will do, each one corresponding to a specific need they have.
While the explanation of all six cries isn’t a surefire approach, it can help parents have some guidance on how to navigate this stressful time.