But it builds up as well. You know, it takes time to form a bond and over the months and years it grows stronger. It could be none of these things. Perhaps your baby simply feels overwhelmed and a bit frightened by all the new sights, sounds and sensations in the early weeks of life and needs time to adjust. Holding your baby close and talking in a soothing voice or singing softly will be reassuring.
Movement often helps to calm down crying.
Gently sway or rock your baby or take your baby for a walk in the pram or baby carrier or even for a ride in a car. Sucking can also be comforting. You can put your baby to your breast or give your baby a dummy if you wish. But if you do, make sure it is sterilised. Do not dip the dummy in honey or sugar to make your baby suck he or she will suck anyway.