Crying: What to expect and how to handle it.

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Parenting with Ngala

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All parents want to do their best, but there’s so much contradictory, confusing and complicated info it’s hard to know what ‘best’ even means! Hosted by Jen (RN & Midwife) and Hannah (Occupational Therapist) from Ngala - WA's Leading Parenting Organisation - each episode brings in a Ngala professional to share the latest evidence-informed parenting practices and offer practical and realistic support on the major topics that keep parents awake at night (literally!). There’s no judgement, no blame, and no shying away from the real challenges all parents face in their quest to do their best.

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Crying: What to expect and how to handle it.

Parenting with Ngala

41 minutes 42 seconds

1 week ago

Crying: What to expect and how to handle it.

In this episode of Parenting with Ngala, join hosts Jen and Hannah as they speak with Angela, a seasoned Ngala Child Health Nurse and Midwife, to explore what crying means for babies, why it happens, and how parents can effectively handle it. Angela shares her in-depth knowledge and practical advice from 26 years of experience, discussing everything from the definition of 'sleeping through the night' to understanding different types of cries. This episode also touches on important topics such as the significance of a supportive parenting network, responsive settling techniques, and the impact of stress on both parents and babies.

Resources:

https://www.ngala.com.au/resources/settling-your-crying-baby/

📞 Need more help? For those in Western Australia, you can call the Ngala Parenting Line on 08 9368 9368 for free expert support from our team.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: The Myth of Sleeping Through the Night

00:54 Meet Angela: Experience and Background

02:24 Understanding Baby Crying: Communication and

Patterns

05:50 Coping with Crying: Tips and Advice

09:54 When to Seek Help: Postnatal Depression and Professional Support

10:44 Recognising Different Types of Cries

15:05 The Witching Hour: Evening Crying Explained

19:36 Settling and Soothing Techniques

21:42 Ditching the Swaddle: When and Why

22:15 Swaddling Alternatives and Baby Gear

23:26 Burping and Wind Relief Techniques

24:25 The Magic of Bath Time

26:09 Managing Car Rides and Baby Stress

28:43 Tag Team Parenting: Sharing the Load

33:30 Responsive Settling vs. Controlled Crying

35:37 Engaging with Your Baby: Communication Tips

38:20 Adapting to Your Baby's Unique Needs

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