How can I soothe a crying baby?
user
I’m sorry to hear that your child is crying. Sometimes babies cry for lots of different reasons. Have you tried giving him a cuddle? Or perhaps changing his diaper? Or rocking him in your arms? Or offering him a toy?
assistant
I tried rocking him, but that didn't work.
user
Some babies are fussy, and I’m not surprised you didn’t manage to calm him that way.  Do you have a crib?  Maybe he just needs to lie down and relax.
assistant
I can try that. What else can I do if that doesn't work?
user
You could try giving him a pacifier.  Or maybe he’s just hungry, so you can feed him.  Or maybe he just wants to get some attention from you.  Do you have a radio or television that you could use to play music for him?  A swing or bouncy chair?  A stroller?  A toy?  A finger puppet?  If none of that works, perhaps it’s time to get medical help?
assistant
How can I soothe a crying baby?
user
I’m sorry to hear that your child is crying. Sometimes babies cry for lots of different reasons. Have you tried giving him a cuddle? Or perhaps changing his diaper? Or rocking him in your arms? Or offering him a toy?
assistant
I tried rocking him, but that didn't work.
user
Some babies are fussy, and I’m not surprised you didn’t manage to calm him that way.  Do you have a crib?  Maybe he just needs to lie down and relax.
assistant
I can try that. What else can I do if that doesn't work?
user
He’s probably very hungry, or thirsty, or maybe uncomfortable. Or it could be that he’s over-tired.  There are also certain illnesses that can cause baby crying, but it’s also possible you’re mistaken.  Babies are rarely ill for long, but they also have a unique way of communicating, and it can be hard for us adults to know what they want.  So if you’re concerned that your baby is sick, I would strongly recommend
assistant
How can I soothe a crying baby?