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

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 ...

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New research has found a surprising physical reaction when hearing a baby's cry. Scientists found that hearing an infant in distress activates the autonomic nervous system—the body's unconscious ...

Professor of Midwifery, Associate Dean Research and HDR, Midwifery Discipline Leader, Western Sydney University When a baby is born, they move from their mum’s warm body, and out of their dark, watery ...

Childbirth is one of the most profound and transformative moments in a person’s life. Amid the intensity, emotion, and relief that accompany the birth experience, one sound often stands out above all: ...

Your baby knows how to cry from the moment of birth. In fact, crying is their only way to communicate with you. But when you’ve been listening to them cry for a few hours, the one thing you long for ...

New research published in Current Biology on September 13 demonstrates the importance of carrying crying infants rather than simply holding them. Led by Kumi Kuroda at the RIKEN Center for Brain ...

When a baby begins crying in their sleep, caregivers may worry that something is wrong. However, in most cases, for babies, crying while asleep is a phase rather than a sign of a serious problem. For ...

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