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As parents of newborns<\/a>, we take our cues from the noises our babies make<\/a>. Grunts, whimpers, and full-on cries are ways our little ones communicate their needs. And while sometimes those wails and cackles are easy to understand, there are other moments when it would be so nice if our baby came with an operating manual\u2014like when they cry in their sleep. Watching your infant cry when it looks like they’re still asleep can be confusing: what, exactly, are you supposed to do to support your baby having a good night\u2019s sleep? We turned to two experts to find out.<\/p>\n

Dr. Jennifer Selegeon<\/a>, a practicing pediatrician for 20 years and clinical advisor to the digital pediatric platform ParentMD, says, \u201cOne of the most important things we can do for our overall health is learning good sleep hygiene. This starts during infancy.\u201d She explains that sleep is important for our development, our mental health, our immune system, and our body systems.<\/p>\n

Co-founder of Sleepy Planet Parenting<\/a>, Jennifer Waldburger, MSW, concurs, explaining that proper shut-eye helps babies thrive on every level: physically, neurologically, and socially. That’s why her company’s mission is to help children \u201clearn good sleep skills with a minimum of tears.\u201d<\/p>\n

So now that we’ve met our guides, let’s dig into exactly why babies cry in their sleep and suggestions for what to do when you hear those midnight calls.<\/p>\n

1. Your baby is moving into a different phase of sleep.<\/h2>\n

You\u2019re feeling ready for the different phases your baby will go through during infancy, but how about the different sleep phases? Young babies experience two cycles of sleep: active sleep and quiet sleep. During active sleep (or REM sleep), your baby may dream, their eyes might move rapidly back and forth, or they might make the cutest of noises that you should definitely record to share with the grandparents on Tinybeans<\/a>. During quiet sleep, your baby sleeps deeply, but it\u2019s during these transitions that crying may occur, Waldburger explains.<\/p>\n

\u201cBecause the cycles repeat every 45-50 minutes, that means baby is shifting from quiet to active sleep often throughout the night,\u201d Waldburger begins, \u201cso it\u2019s not uncommon to hear baby whimpering throughout the night\u2014this is nothing to worry about.\u201d Dr. Segeleon says babies will often cry in their sleep, and this does not always mean that something is wrong. \u201cCrying during sleep can be perfectly normal, and newborns start off with short sleep cycles and can wake frequently.\u201d<\/p>\n

To determine if your baby is crying because of shifting sleep cycles, check to see if their eyes are still closed and listen to your little one\u2019s cries. \u201cWhat\u2019s more common in some younger babies is an occasional light whimper while keeping their eyes closed. This usually means that baby is shifting from one sleep cycle to the next,\u201d Waldburger says.<\/p>\n

2. Your baby is hungry.<\/h2>\n

Waldburger says if your little one\u2019s cry is louder than a whimper, consider whether or not your baby could be hungry. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> (CDC) says that most babies need to eat every 2 to 4 hours. This means that your little one may wake up feeling a little \u201changry\u201d several times during the night.<\/p>\n

A good rule when trying to decide if your baby\u2019s sleepy cry is due to hunger and should be addressed is to wait and see if your little one continues to cry or is able to settle down quickly. If your infant\u2019s belly is feeling empty, it\u2019ll be tough for them to fall back asleep without this need being met. Waldburger says a louder cry usually means that the baby is awake (or almost awake), even if their eyes are still closed. That\u2019s when it\u2019s time to check your schedule and prep for a feeding session.<\/p>\n

3. Your baby is teething.<\/h2>\n

The drool, the crankiness, and the gnawing on your shirt collar have begun\u2014your baby is teething<\/a>. Babies start teething around 4 to 8 months of age, per\u00a0the Children\u2019s Hospital of Los Angeles<\/a>. This lasts until 30-36 months when that last set of molars appears. Some symptoms of your baby teething are loss of appetite, ear rubbing, and yup, you guessed it\u2026 sleep disruptions. Dr. Segeleon reassures that teething can trigger crying during sleep, and Waldburger adds that when it comes to teething, we differentiate between ongoing\/chronic teething and active teething.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn chronic teething, there can be some movement of teeth with small spikes of pain or discomfort,\u201d she says. She goes on to explain that this kind of teething could lead to lighter crying, and there isn\u2019t anything you need to do here. In active teething, however, when a tooth is breaking through the gum, this pain can cause your child to cry more intensely. During this type of crying, your kiddo\u2019s eyes will more than likely be open (and they\u2019ll be awake), so Waldburger suggests going to your baby right away to offer comfort, milk, or a pain reliever if your pediatrician has recommended that and guided you on the dosage.<\/p>\n

4. Your baby is in a sleep regression.<\/h2>\n

Your baby was such a good sleeper that you were almost too embarrassed to tell your mom friends. Now, out of the blue, your super-sleeper is waking up and crying more often than you reheat your morning coffee. Sleep regression<\/a> can be triggered when your infant reaches new milestones or when your baby\u2019s sleep patterns change, according to the Cleveland Clinic<\/a>. Crying and fussing while sleeping during a sleep regression is common, and it can be hard to tell if baby needs your comfort or needs space to self-soothe.<\/p>\n

\u201cCrying during sleep when nothing is really wrong should be short and is typically more of a whimper or brief crying out,\u201d Dr. Selegeon says. As long as you know that the baby\u2019s needs are met, you can wait a few minutes or more to see if they\u2019re able to settle themselves without any intervention. Dr. Selegeon says that if the crying is sustained, or if it sounds like your baby may be in distress, it\u2019s alright to check on them. If you\u2019re still not sure how to handle your baby\u2019s sleepy cries during a sleep regression, talk to your pediatrician to decide whether or not your baby is old enough to learn how to self-soothe to fall back to sleep on their own (at which point you can consider sleep training<\/a>) or if they still need your comfort when falling asleep.<\/p>\n

5. Your baby is overtired or overstimulated.<\/h2>\n

When your baby crosses over into the world of The Overtired, it can feel like you\u2019re in a weird world of your own. Schedule changes, long periods without power naps, or being overstimulated can all contribute to this state, and you might hear some sleep-crying from your infant even though their eyes are shut tight and you believe them to be asleep. \u201cSometimes overtired babies are more likely to cry a bit in their sleep,\u201d Waldburger says.<\/p>\n

Since overtiredness (and overstimulation) can both cause your baby to cry in their sleep, do your best to intervene early. \u201cTry to get baby down for sleep 10 to 15 minutes before you typically see red eyes, yawning, and fussy behavior\u2014all of which are actually cues that baby is already overtired<\/a>,\u201d Waldburger says.<\/p>\n

What should you do when your baby cries in their sleep?<\/h2>\n

Hearing your baby whimper, cry, or softly moan while sleeping can be unsettling. As parents, we can struggle with how best to comfort and support our infants. Dr. Segeleon says if you hear your baby crying in their sleep to first take a pause and see if they can settle themselves before you rush in and disturb their sleep pattern. \u201cListen for signs of true distress, because you\u2019ll learn to differentiate your baby’s cries and needs with time and experience,\u201d she assures. You can also double-check the room temperature, make sure your baby\u2019s swaddle is still, well\u2026 swaddled, or confirm your little one isn\u2019t gassy.<\/p>\n

Waldburger reminds parents that if the baby is lightly whimpering and still asleep, there\u2019s absolutely nothing you need to do. \u201cSometimes trying to comfort a baby in this case will wake them all the way up\u2014making it harder for them to return to sleep.\u201d If your baby\u2019s needs have been met and they still continue crying lightly for 5 to 10 minutes, try placing a hand on your baby\u2019s tummy, use some very gentle motion, and offer a \u201cshhh\u201d or two.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s good for parenting peace of mind to know that most babies will outgrow this sleep-crying phase by the time they\u2019re 4 to 5 months old. In the meantime, both experts say that if you have any questions or concerns about your little one crying in their sleep, contact your pediatrician for more advice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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