bioinformatics

Does debugging work on babies?

Henry has been over one-month, it is challenging for both him and his first-time dad to get used to the day-to-day new life. Although at most of times, I cannot help addicting into his imaginative body movements and mysterious face expressions, I was still trying to decipher his behaviour and read his cues in a logical way. Even after so many attempts during fatherhood, I could never say the fully understanding of him, because I never know when his next loud crying will be.

Figuring out why Baby is keeping crying is similar with troubleshooting the programming scripts instantly popping up error messages. However, the former is not easily interpreted, particularly with a single type of bug - crying. Although there are handbooks available from hospital summarizing the previous experience on baby care, it is not always the case when you are directly facing a loud screaming monster. As many thoughts will be flashed up, what is going to do next? why does he make that sound? Is there anything make him unhappy? Fortunately, like the normal warning messages after running the scripts, baby will cue before occurring 'bugs'. New infant usually requires to be fed every 2~3 hrs with hand, mouth and head showing particular patterns. The other factors could lead to baby crying including but not limited to: too wet, too warm, too cold, feel sick, want to poop or pee, want to exchange diaper, want a bath, feel lonely, feel tired, feel bored, feel upset or even feel excited. Usually, it is not straightforward to sense the reason. The best way is to comfort him first, this is also for calming yourself down so as to best satisfy his needs.

Besides, as the one suffered the smallest pain, it is important to accompany with baby’s mom and talk to her who can easily feel upset and tired after delivery due to large amount of hormone loss. She is well-deserved for more rest and care, and maybe a push gift. When she feels better, do get ready with your baby stroller and baby carrier basket to embrace the fresh air outside and reward yourself for this lifelong challenge.