Breastfed babies cry more than formula-fed ones, but that's normal, so stick with it. Formula-fed babies may be quieter but overfed.
New mums should be advised that it is normal for their baby to cry more if they are breastfed, say experts. The Medical Research Council team says this irritability is natural, and although formula-fed babies may appear more content and be easier to pacify, breast is still best.
that breastfeeding experience is associated with differences in infant temperament. For example, at 3 months of age, breastfed infants are reported to show greater negative affect than formula-fed infants.
Why do breastfed babies cry more?
