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cranky baby

kem_510kem_510
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DS is 5.5 wks old and this past week he has been so fussy and the only thing that calms him down his holding him and bopping around. this is fine for a little while but i cannot hold him all day! its wearing me out! he is fed, has a clean diaper and so far he hates his swing, tolerates the bouncy seat for about 5 mins, ive tried letting him cry but he cries so hard i swear he forgets to breathe...he will fall asleep on me but the 2nd i put him down in his pack n play or crib he wakes right up and starts screaming...

is anyone else going thru the same thing? and have you found anything that helps.

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  • mrobertson20mrobertson20
    I went through this too.  Try a sling. 
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  • LilMissLadybugLilMissLadybug member
    I've found that when DS falls asleep and I need to put him down I put him on his tummy then once he is completely knocked out I move him to his side or back and he stays asleep while I can get things done
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  • soon2bemrsmarrsoon2bemrsmarr
    we found either a sling or baby carrier worked at least he would go to sleep and you had your hands free to do a few things.
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  • LyndsayQLyndsayQ
    This happened to me too, but it was @ 4 weeks.  I just went w/ it for a day or two and she got over it.  I did start using my carrier, but only had to do that a few times.  GL!  This, like all other phases, shall pass. 
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  • EchowyspEchowysp member

    My guy is going through the same thing.  He's also eating a lot.  I assume it's the 6 wk growth spurt. 

    I wouldn't let your dc cry.... he just needs to be held during these times.  My sling is a lifesaver.  That way he gets the comfort he needs and I can get some things done.

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  • kem_510kem_510
    thanks for the tips ladies! i finally got him to sleep, put him down, he napped for 15 mins but is starting to stur again... ugg!! looks like we might be taking a car ride.
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