A baby's first cry is not just sound it is survival. Science explains why crying comes before smiling or laughter in newborns ...

If you’re a parent, then this quiet adult cry for help into the abyss is all too familiar in those first few months of parenthood. "I just wish I knew what my baby wanted!" Though babies tend to cry ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Not knowing what your baby wants or needs can be incredibly overwhelming.

Every parent has felt that moment of helplessness when their baby cries, and nothing seems to work. You rock, you sing, you check the nappy, you feed — yet the crying continues. It can feel confusing, ...

When a baby is born, one of the first signs that doctors, nurses, and even family members look out for is the unmistakable sound of the baby’s first cry. While it may seem like a simple, instinctive ...

When you’re preparing to become a parent, you know that hearing your baby cry will be part of the experience. What you may not be ready for is hours and hours of crying that can’t be soothed in the ...