Crying, clinginess, and crankiness are signs of progress from "summary" of The Wonder Weeks by Frans X. Plooij,Hetty van de Rijt,Xaviera Plas
During the early years of life, it is common for babies to experience periods of increased fussiness, clinginess, and tears. While these behaviors can be challenging for parents to navigate, they are actually signs of important developmental progress taking place within the child. These difficult periods, often referred to as "stormy phases," can be seen as indicators that the baby is going through a significant leap in their cognitive and emotional development. During these stormy phases, babies are undergoing rapid changes in their understanding of the world around them. They are learning new skills, making connections bet...
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