Why Is My Baby Crying?: The Parent's Survival Guide for Coping with Crying Problems and Colic – Expert Strategies and Hope for Moms and Dads

by Barry M. Lester, Catherine O'Neill Grace

Each year, of the approximately four million babies born, 800,000 suffer from excessive crying that causes extreme distress to parents and children. In this informative and accessible guide, renowned colic expert Barry M. Lester, Ph.D., explores the science of colic and its long-lasting effects on the physical and emotional health of the child and family. He provides simple, proven strategies and detailed clinical suggestions for alleviating the array of symptoms associated with crying problems. With sympathy and candor, Dr. Lester gives encouragement, support, and hope to moms and dads as they navigate this first crisis in the parent-child relationship.

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2005

Reviews

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book talks about how colic means there is something wrong with your child and that the high-pitched colic scream isn't normal, regardless of what your child's pediatrician tells you. Lots of good advice is given, particularly in helping parents cope and bond with each other so they are better equipped to care for the screaming infant. I wish I would have read this 3 and a half years ago.

[Tabi A · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really good information. Would definitely read again if was in the situation with a colicky baby. Especially liked the chapter on the husband-wife-baby triad and how to keep that relationship strong when an infant's crying is a disruption to normal family processes.

[Claudia · Rating 2 out of 5]

My baby doesn't even have colic, but it's interesting to read about understanding crying and how to soothe baby.

[Ellaina Bishop · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was a great book. If you are looking for a book that specifically tells you how to "cure" colic this isn't it but it does give you some great tips on how to get through this rough time.