{"id":132470,"date":"2023-10-22T11:51:59","date_gmt":"2023-10-22T11:51:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluemull.com\/?p=132470"},"modified":"2023-10-22T11:51:59","modified_gmt":"2023-10-22T11:51:59","slug":"baby-expert-shares-the-meaning-behind-every-toddlers-scream-from-blood-curdling-wail-to-quiet-sob-when-to-be-worried-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluemull.com\/beauty-and-fashion\/baby-expert-shares-the-meaning-behind-every-toddlers-scream-from-blood-curdling-wail-to-quiet-sob-when-to-be-worried-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Baby expert shares the meaning behind every toddler's scream from blood-curdling wail to quiet sob & when to be worried | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"

THE SOUND of your child crying is bound to instantly upset you as well.<\/p>\n

It isn't always obvious why they might be crying, especially when they haven't learnt how to verbally communicate yet.<\/p>\n

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But hearing your child cry shouldn't instantly cause you to panic a lot of the time it can come down to them being over-tired, hungry or just frustrated at being told no.<\/p>\n

To help ease your worries Fabulous spoke to Dr Claire Halsey, a child psychologist for 41 years who works at Triple P, to find out what each of your toddler's cries actually means.<\/p>\n

She said: "When any baby or toddler cries they are communicating their distress or a need. <\/p>\n

"Parents are primed to find their baby's cries upsetting and to respond quickly to soothe or meet their needs. <\/p>\n

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"Acting quickly when a toddler cries means children feel safe and build trust in their parents."<\/p>\n

However, if you're trying to get them into a bedtime routine it can be better to wait to see if your toddler can settle themselves, Dr Halsey adds.<\/p>\n

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Blood-curdling wail<\/h3>\n

The blood-curdling wail can instantly give you shivers down your spine.<\/p>\n

The wail can come in many forms depending on your child but a high-pitched shriek can be an indicator that something is seriously wrong.<\/p>\n

The child expert adds: "It's often a sign that something is definitely wrong for this baby or toddler. <\/p>\n

"Parents soon get to know what each sort of \u2018wail\u2019 means from disappointment and frustration to fear or harm."<\/p>\n

Dr Halsey recommends acting quickly and calmly to reassure and help them when they let out this cry.<\/p>\n

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Quiet sobbing<\/h3>\n

While the blood-curdling wail is hard to miss, it might take you a second to spot your toddler quietly sobbing.<\/p>\n

Dr Halsey reveals: "\u00a0This can mean so many things from a child being hurt, to one who has almost given up trying to get parents attention or in the final stages of going off to sleep."<\/p>\n

With that being said, parents will get to know the individual cries of their child and be able to act accordingly. <\/p>\n

She suggests: " If in doubt, it\u2019s always advisable to see if they\u2019re okay – even if that\u2019s just a quick look in to check all is well as they settle in their cot."<\/p>\n

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Soft whimpering<\/h3>\n

A soft whimper tends to point to a lack of energy.<\/p>\n

The child expert explains it often means your toddler is either feeling unwell or is upset.<\/p>\n

She recommends gently exploring what's wrong to help guide you on how best to soothe them.<\/p>\n

That can vary from taking their temperature or asking them questions to find out what has upset them.<\/p>\n

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Grizzling cry<\/h3>\n

When we've been given too much work to do and are way too sleepy to get through we often let out a grizzly noise to let go of tension.<\/p>\n

And that's the exact same with toddlers, as Dr Halsey explains.<\/p>\n

"Grizzling often indicates an overtired or overwhelmed little one who is finding it difficult to settle," she says.<\/p>\n

If it turns out they are hungry or thirsty meet the need and move to a calm, quiet and low-stimulation area.<\/p>\n

Just like adults needing a hug after a long day at work, toddlers also need some physical affection to be soothed after a drizzling cry.<\/p>\n

The child expert adds: "Rocking, holding and murmuring can help allow them to relax."<\/p>\n

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The full-body release<\/h3>\n

The full-body release is something most parents dread, it often involves throwing their heads back, collapsing to the floor, not catching their breath and refusing to listen to anything you say.<\/p>\n

Dr Halsey reveals it usually happens after a major event and can often mean they're hurt, frightened or simply having a tantrum.<\/p>\n

She suggests: "Staying close to your toddler, get down to their level and a soft touch on their arm or shoulder can help them become calmer. <\/p>\n

"Hold off on trying to solve any problem until their breathing is back to normal."<\/p>\n

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When a child purposely holds their breath it can be a frightening experience for parents. <\/p>\n

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She advises: "When this happens, stay with your child and lie them on their side. Check out the NHS website for more advice and seek medical advice if needed.<\/p>\n

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