Infants do have feelings
of hurt. They cannot tell us about the pain with
words. Instead, they will tell us with signals:
What are the signals
that my baby hurts?
Crying is the signal most babies
make when they are uncomfortable. It could mean
hunger, gas, or a hurt. When a baby is hurting,
they often do more than just cry. Look for:
- Making a face, open mouth,
wrinkling their brow, deep lines around the
nose.
- Body changes like stiffening
of arms or legs, or going limp.
- Restless, can't sleep, or being
very quiet.
- Cannot calm baby with loving,
feeding, or changing.
Premature or very sick babies may not have the
energy to cry or move when they hurt. The nurses
and doctors will watch your baby very closely
for signs of hurt.
There are many ways to help babies feel comfort.
Please ask the doctor or nurse for more information.
We are committed to treating your baby's pain.
Adapted
from University of Michigan Medical Center
BMH Pain Committee
Patient Family Education Council
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