Life changed for a young couple when their newborn cried almost nonstop for three days and nights, barely sleeping at all. Doctors repeatedly reassured them it was ordinary colic and prescribed medication, yet nothing eased the baby’s distress. Exhaustion and fear grew as the cries continued, leaving the parents helpless.
They had prepared carefully for parenthood, planning every detail in advance. Books were read, classes taken, and the apartment secured with outlet covers and padded corners. The baby’s early months were calm and easy, reinforcing their belief that preparation and vigilance had shielded them from serious problems at first entirely.
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