Babies often cry, but they usually settle once you hold and/or feed and/or interact with them. If your baby becomes irritable, unusually tired, or has episodes of inconsolable crying, it is best to talk to your doctor.

If your baby is not breastfeeding or drinking for an unusually long time, there is a risk of dehydration⍰. If they are drinking a lot less than before, you should talk to your doctor, especially if they have lost weight or if you notice that they pee less because their diapers are dry. Normal urine production usually leads to several wet diapers each day.

Diarrhoea⍰, constipation, or any significant change in bowel habits, especially with changes in behaviour, should be discussed with your doctor.

If your baby has dark green vomit, it is not usual and needs urgent medical attention.

It is normal for babies to vomit or spit up sometimes. But if your baby vomits immediately during or after feeds repeatedly, or shows signs of dehydration⍰ - like weight loss, dry mouth, fewer wet diapers, crying without tears, being irritable or very sleepy, or a high temperature - see your doctor or nearest specialised healthcare provider.

Babies have unique breathing patterns. Newborns typically breathe at a rate of 30-60 breaths per minute, and it is normal for their breathing to be a bit irregular, with occasional pauses lasting up to 10 or even 20 seconds. However, if you notice any signs that your baby might be having difficulty, like very fast breathing (more than 60 breaths per minute while being calm) visible pulling in of the chest or neck, gentle grunting sounds when exhaling, or pauses in breathing that last longer than 20 seconds, it is best to reach out to your healthcare provider for guidance.

Contact your doctor immediately if your baby appears very pale or has a bluish tint to the skin, especially if they also have trouble breathing. 

A fever is a high body temperature of 38°C (100.4°F) or higher in children. Contact your doctor if your baby is less than three months old, has a fever that lasts more than a day, a stiff neck, or does not respond to medication. Fevers can sometimes cause seizures⍰ (called febrile convulsions) that happen in babies or young children caused by their fever going up quickly. If a convulsion happens, call an ambulance immediately. The seizures are usually short and do not cause lasting problems, but you should see a doctor if your baby has one.

If your baby gets a rash that covers a lot of skin, is infected, oozing or comes with a fever, see a doctor.

Contact your doctor if your baby pulls at their ears, seems to be in pain, or if you notice blood or pus.