Infant crying is a healthy and essential form of communication and part of infant development. Babies use crying to signal hunger, discomfort, tiredness, or even the need for attention. Crying peaks around 6–8 weeks of age and gradually decreases over time. It’s important to remember that even if you cannot determine the exact cause, your baby’s crying is normal and will stop. Persistent crying can be stressful, but having knowledge and strategies to cope will make a real difference.

To find out more about ICON visit the WFSCP website:

ICON | Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Children Partnership

Or you could find more information by clicking on the following websites:

• ICON Cope website
• I - infant crying is normal 
• BBC inside out programme feature
• Infant crying and how to cope leaflet
• Develop a crying plan