When babies cry a lot – and parents doubt themselves: About the invisible traces of the crying baby period - Growing Safely

Babies who cry a lot often pose a particular challenge for their parents. It's difficult to support a baby who cries a lot and for a long time – both physically and emotionally. Many parents feel helpless and develop the feeling that they are incompetent as mothers or fathers. Ultimately, nothing seems to help, even though they try their best. Thoughts like "My baby cries constantly – and I can't calm him down" take root. It becomes particularly…