Your friend Olga is a new, first-time mother. Her six-week-old infant has shown a recent increase in crying. She doesn't know whether this is because she is picking the child up every time that it cries. She is asking you for advice. What would you say to her?

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It is normal for infants to have increased crying during the first six weeks of life. This period is sometimes referred to as the "colic period." Picking up the child will not reinforce the crying, and it is encouraged to provide comfort and reassurance to the infant during this time. It is important to note that if the crying persists or is accompanied by other symptoms, Olga should consult a doctor.

Your Friend Olga Is a New, First-Time Mother