how do yall survive this?

[gm1031]

I have a 4 day old and he cries as soon as hes in a crib or anything. Hes cried so much his throat is hoarse. Im scared of sids and i breastfeed every 2 hours or one. Dont get much sleep cause i worry and my husband sleeps more of the night. What can i do to sleep or feel relief? Im so sad and idk :/ ugh

[momabear86]

I'm on day 15 and more or less the same, all though she has got better. I breast fed for 1 week but we were both frustrated so I decided to bottle feed her as well. I still express but the formula at night keeps her happier for longer.
I also find wrap her in blankets and cuddle till she's in a deep sleep before putting her down helps..

[DNP47]

My last baby had a problem with being put down, she would scream. I thought I was going to lose my mind bc it wasn't like a babyy cry....it was a loud scream....I thought something was wrong with her so I had the doctors run tests, but she was fine...just high maintenance. I handled it the wrong way, I held her ALL the time, day and night....and she is still attached to my hip and begs to sleep with me....5 years later:/

[nachosgirl]

I agree with going for some fresh air.  Also sleep when baby sleeps.  Definitely a good idea to have someone come over to help.  Make sure baby is dry & snug before you put him down.  My baby used to cry at first too, then I figured out it was because he was cold.  I know it's summer time but baby's still need warmth... My baby was a July baby, he is now 3 & I'll be having another July baby soon!

[codibear]

Anythibg that moves slow confurts them. My sin was the same way. And i had to hold him till i got a swing, very slow. It helped. Collic is the worst. My son had that. Just move them slowly, all the time,  my son slept in his swing the first week or two. It helped. Good luck.

[Spiket77]

Also try wearing your baby in an appropriate carrier for a newborn. They  do love to be on you and the carrier helps you be able to move around and get things done. As far as sleep. I slept propped up with my son lying on my chest for the first two weeks. It was the only way I could rest at all. Sometimes I could put him in his co-sleeper if he was really out but it wasn't for very long. Your baby just wants to be with you and his transitioning. You both are! Hang in there!

[VaniDavila]

Have you tried placing him on a pillow for a few hours? I know you worry about SIDS, but honestly, I don't think your baby can roll over and suffocate. My baby is 2 weeks old and I haven't had this problem, but I did have that problem with my first daughter. She would cry so much especially when we were out having dinner. Babies are so used to being in the warm, cuddly womb and for them to come out to this world is a totally different experience. I think he just wants to feel your closeness. Get a swaddling blanket and swaddle him. I swaddle my baby in a blanket and put him in a little ball and he sleeps for about 3-4 hours. I make sure his knees are curled up against his body and his arms tucked in. It is a possibility that you have postpartum depression so if you feel sad after about 2 weeks then talk to your doctor. There are things they can do for you.

[happyfeet88]

Shme man he jus nt use to bein away frm u bein in ur womb an all, mayb u shud try tht he sleeps wth u for a few days so u cn gt rest an him I dnt thnk u hv bby blues, u jus need a lil rest, contact wth u is very important for bbys developmnt, an ul benefit as well as he wil probably calm dwn givn u rest, best wishes to u :))

[starshine355]

Unfortunately they do cry a lot at first... they want
Cuddles a lot...or just to be close to you.
Try swaddling him in a blanket. Or a bouncy chair
That vibrates..... does he have a dummy ?  It might
help him settle, he might just want to suckle...
Talk to your midwife and health visitor.... don't
Do it alone...  my 1st son cried a lot when put down
it was hard work..... hang in there, sleep when ever
Possible... go for a walk if you feel up to it...fresh
Air might just help....or even a drive in the car with
The window down.... baby might sleep in car seat
Too..... good luck. X x

[TxMamma]

I highly recommend you read Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp. Or look it up on line. It gives u tips on how to transition baby into our big scary world. Swaddling helps tons. A noise maker does too. They kinda go thru a mini - shock. It's a tough time. The first month is the worst! All they do is take and then one day they smile at you...and its all worth it.  Hang in there sweetie.

[Christic1978]

It sounds like you have a case of the baby blues. See if a friend or relative can come over and give you a a break. You'll feel better about the situation soon. If not you may have something more serious. Seek help if you feel down, sad, and helpless longer than a week. Good luck