Halachos of Colicky Babies
To parents who may become frustrated or despondent when an infant cries nonstop and refuses to be soothed, the Chovos Halevavos advises: Recognize that gam zu l’tovah (this too is coming from Hashem’s goodness). An infant’s cries are healthy—they help balance the chemical makeup in the maturing body, and have other healing benefits as well (the connection between the release of tears and improved nerve function and emotional health is a topic of scientific study).
Crying is an infant’s sole method of communication, so parents should certainly not ignore their baby’s cries and try to comfort them. But even if all attempts to ameliorate their distress are unsuccessful, parents should keep in mind that this too is from Hashem and has an inherent positive aspect.
In addition to fulfilling their child’s needs, parents of a crying infant have a responsibility to others. They should do whatever possible to calm a fussy child during nighttime hours when those in the house—or neighbors—may be disturbed from sleep by a screaming baby. This sensitivity should extend to daytime hours as well if an ill person, who may have an erratic sleep schedule, lives in close proximity.
Halachah states that a person who is davening should not hold an infant, as it disturbs their concentration. But when a crying child is in the vicinity, which disrupts all attempts to daven, the parent (or another adult) should hold and calm the child, even if they are in the middle of Shemoneh Esrei (the silent Amidah—the most serious, introspective prayer).
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