Cara Mengatasi Bayi Rewel: Tips Praktis Menenangkan Si Kecil

Fussiness or crying is a baby's main “weapon” to convey their needs or feelings because they do not yet have the ability to speak. It is important for Moms to understand the meaning behind their little one's crying in order to respond appropriately to their needs. However, sometimes Moms feel anxious or even panicked when their baby cries, especially if they have tried to calm them down but failed. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the reasons behind a baby's crying and how to deal with a fussy baby properly.

What Causes a Baby to Be Fussy?

Before moving on to the discussion of how to deal with a fussy baby, here are various conditions that can trigger your little one's fussiness:

1. Baby is hungry

Babies are generally fussy because they are feeling hungry at that moment, and usually, they will calm down after being given breast milk or formula. Once they feel full, your little one will feel happy and calm again.

Hunger and the desire to breastfeed are the most common reasons a baby cries, especially in the first three months of life.
Newborns generally need to be fed 8-12 times a day. If Mom last fed the baby more than 2-3 hours ago and the little one is crying, it might be a sign that they are hungry.

2. Baby is tired and sleepy

A tired baby will show signs such as no longer being interested in their favorite toys, yawning frequently, and being less active. If your little one shows these symptoms, it means they need rest.

Mom must be responsive and be able to put them in bed immediately to ensure they sleep soundly. When feeling sleepy, a baby will express it by crying. To stop being fussy, the little one might want to be placed in a comfortable sleeping position or be cuddled.

3. Diaper is wet or dirty

Stool and urine trapped in a diaper can cause irritation to the baby's skin, creating pain and a burning sensation if the diaper is not cleaned. Just like us, who feel uncomfortable in wet, sweat-soaked clothes, babies also feel uncomfortable if their diapers are too wet.

4. Lonely, bored, or wanting to play

A baby might cry because they feel lonely or bored. Mom can handle this by holding, cuddling, or rubbing their back while they are in bed. Changing their sleeping position can also help if the little one feels bored. When they wake up from sleep and feel lonely, try to soothe them with a hug or by carrying them.

If your little one is fussy simply because they want to play, invite them to play a simple game or do a fun activity to overcome their boredom.

5. Baby is sick

A baby may occasionally be fussy because they are experiencing pain, such as an earache, mouth sores, diaper rash, or wounds in the genital area. It is important for Mom to remain alert if your little one cries and remains fussy for a long time, as it could be a sign that they are in pain.

How to Deal with a Fussy Baby, What Should Be Done?

With patience, Mom can try several ways to deal with a fussy baby properly to help your little one calm down again.

1. Carrying your little one to provide them with a sense of security.
2. When the baby cries, try playing soothing sounds. Practice this by placing the baby on your chest while listening to soft classical music at a low volume. Or use natural rhythms such as the sound of trickling water, wind, waves, birds chirping, rain, or the sound of a rotating fan.
3. Soothing a crying and fussy baby can be done by rocking the baby while carrying them, or when they are sitting in a rocking chair or a special swing. Avoid shaking the baby's body too hard to prevent shaken baby syndrome.
4. Avoid overfeeding the baby, as it can cause discomfort. Allow a duration of about 2-3 hours since the last feeding of breast milk or complementary food.
5. Applying warm oil, such as baby oil or baby massage oil, to make the baby feel comfortable and stop crying. Always be careful when massaging to avoid any negative impact.

Hegen is Ready to Support Your Little One's Nutritional Needs with Anti-Colic Teats

Dealing with a fussy baby is a common challenge for parents. As parents, it is important to remain responsive to the baby's specific cues and needs, and to apply proper methods to handle a fussy baby. Patience and understanding will help build a strong bond between Mom and your little one.

While facing challenges and fussy moments, every step of care given with love will form a solid foundation for your little one's future development and happiness.

Hegen is ready to accompany Mom in every step of your little one's growth and development by presenting teats that babies love. Hegen Anti-Colic Teats have a unique shape similar to a mother's natural nipple and a single teat hole with a flow rate that can be adjusted to your little one's age.

Newborns up to 1 month old can use the extra slow flow; slow flow teat for 1-3 month old babies, medium flow teat is suitable for 3-6 month old babies; and fast flow teat for babies over 6 months old.

The Hegen asymmetrical off-centre teat allows for a 20-degree tilt, which prevents the risk of milk backflow and allows the baby to get a suitable angle. The shape of the teat also resembles a mother's nipple, making it feel like a natural, direct latch; the baby will be more comfortable and less fussy.

The smart built-in anti-colic air vent system minimizes the air swallowed into the stomach during feeding. This helps your little one drink milk optimally and avoid digestive disturbances like gas and choking.

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References

1. Hello Sehat. 9 Causes of Unceasing Baby Fussiness and Tips to Soothe Them. https://hellosehat.com/parenting/bayi/bayi-1-tahun-pertama/penyebab-bayi-rewel/
2. Nutriclub. 10 Causes of Persistent Baby Crying and How to Overcome Them
   https://www.nutriclub.co.id/artikel/pola-asuh-anak/bayi/penyebab-dan-cara-mengatasi-bayi-menangis
3. Alodokter. Reasons Babies Cry and How to Overcome Them
   https://www.alodokter.com/orang-tua-cerdas-harus-paham-alasan-bayi-menangis