Baby sign language – your baby’s trying to tell you something.

Find out if baby’s tired. Look out for a slow build-up of grunt-like cries and rubbing eyes.

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Work out if they’re in pain. Often signalled with a sudden high-pitched shriek followed by a big breath and another shriek.

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Find out if it’s colic. Watch out for regular shrieking in the late afternoon or evening for up to a few hours. Their face may become flushed, scrunched up and they may clench their fists, draw their knees up to their tummy, or arch their back.

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Could baby be angry? Look out for loud crying while going red in the face.

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Remember they might feel ignored. Yelling and shouting could be a hint.

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Keep an eye out for fear. Baby may freeze on the spot.

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Find out if they’re hungry. They might be hunting for the breast or fidgeting and sucking fingers, your shoulders, or even your face.

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Remember they’re learning to talk. Regular babbling means they probably just want a chin wag.

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See if they want something. Once they learn to point they may get good at giving instructions.

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Find out if they just want a cuddle. Baby will soon start to raise their arms to let you know.

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See if they want to play. Hiding their face behind their hands could be a good time for peekaboo.

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Look out for your baby’s content face. You’ll probably see an angelic little face smiling back at you.

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