Crying Babies vary in how much they cry. Some babies cry a lot and others not very much. A baby communicates his or her wants and needs to you by crying. As a parent, you need to respond to your baby's cries so that the baby will develop a sense of trust and security. There is no need to believe that comforting, playing with, or caring for your baby will spoil him or her.
Many new parents are nervous when they bring their newborn home from the hospital.
Trust in your own abilities to be a good parent. You will have the most contact with your child and will be aware of changes in behavior and appearance. If you have a question or a concern, don't be afraid to ask about it. If you don't agree with the first answer you receive, ask several others and compare answers. A physician, health professional, and Family and Consumer Sciences Extension agent are good sources of information.