Taking care of a baby can sometimes leave you feeling frustrated and exhausted. It is important to find healthy ways to tend to these feelings. When you feel well, it’s easier to care for a baby.
Despite our best efforts to regulate ourselves, there will be overwhelming moments. Frustration with a baby’s crying is the top trigger for shaken baby syndrome, which often causes death or lasting injuries.
Staying calm helps you make the best parenting decisions and helps reassure a crying baby.