Infant Crying: What Healthcare Workers Need to Know

Did you ever think that something as simple as understanding infant crying could help prevent abuse? It turns out, it's a big deal. We talked to 122 healthcare workers and found that many of them didn't get what's normal when it comes to babies crying. Surprisingly, 40% of them thought it wasn't okay to take a quick break from a crying baby, even if it was safe. This is a problem because knowing when a baby's crying is normal can help stop abuse before it happens.Healthcare workers are on the frontlines, but they need more info about infant crying. Imagine if they could spot the difference between normal crying and something more serious. They could step in earlier and keep babies safe. We all want to protect babies, right? So, let's make sure healthcare workers have the tools they need. They can't be with babies 24/7, so knowing what's normal can help them do their job even better.