My baby wakes at night and cries for hours, colic is over but it continues?
⚡ Short answer: Colic typically ends around 3-4 months, but after that period there are other common reasons for night crying.
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bir anne · Sleep
My baby's colic period is over but he still wakes at night and cries for long periods; what could be the cause?
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Colic typically ends around 3-4 months, but after that period there are other common reasons for night crying.
One of the most common situations is sleep regression — as your baby's sleep cycles mature, more frequent night waking and difficulty falling back asleep on his own become normal. Very typical around the 4-month mark. Besides this, teething (starting from 6 months), night hunger (during growth spurts when more frequent feeding is needed), or a learned sleep association (like needing to nurse/bottle to fall back asleep each time he wakes) can all cause this.
Without knowing your baby's exact age, if he's around 4-5 months, sleep regression is the most likely cause; if he's 6 months or older, teething or digestive changes from starting solids can be added. If crying settles with back rubs, a gentle sway, or quiet surroundings, but 2 weeks of consistent effort shows no improvement and lasts longer than that, it's worth talking to your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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