The first stages of infancy are often a mixed bag of emotions for both the parents and child. Some days are full of laughter and fun nursery rhymes, other days are just full of stressful crying and frantic lullabies. After a hard day of rocking, nursing, and changing diapers, we often struggle with the temptation to just lie down and rest while the baby starts crying again. During those difficult days, it’s always important to remember that babies aren’t loud, beeping machines. They’re human beings with the ability to communicate feelings and needs through their cries. Here are some reasons why your baby’s tears won’t stop flowing.