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The sound of a baby crying is like an alarm to parents, signaling that their baby might need something, such as soothing or feeding. Hearing a baby suddenly cry out in its sleep may be confusing for some people, especially new parents. Below, we break down the reasons for a baby crying in its sleep and what to do.
Reasons babies cry in their sleep
Worried about your baby's crying sounds? When to call the doctor
You should contact your pediatrician if you notice these issues with your baby crying in its sleep:
- His nighttime crying is persistent, lasting for two to three hours
- She’s crying out in pain
- Her sleep habits changed suddenly
- Her feeding is now more difficult, like not latching on well
“If your baby is waking up crying at night, talk to your doctor,” McCarthy advised. “There are lots of reasons babies cry at night. But if your doctor tells you that everything is okay, don’t feel that you have to respond to every single cry.”
