First—thank you for saying this out loud. What you’re describing is incredibly hard, and you are not failing. Many new parents experience this, but few talk about it honestly. What you’re describing is real, exhausting, and emotionally draining—especially when you’re doing everything right and still can’t soothe your baby. ⸻ You’re Not Alone (Even Though It Feels That Way) Yes—this does happen. More often than people admit. Some babies are what pediatricians call “high-needs,” “colicky,” or highly sensitive”—even when they’re medically healthy. That doesn’t mean anything is wrong with her or with you. It means her nervous system may still be adjusting to the world, and right now she needs constant regulation from you. At 2 months, many babies are not chill yet. Some don’t get there until 3–4 months, and a few even later. ⸻ Things That Sometimes Help (No Silver Bullets) Not everything works for every baby—but these have helped many parents in your exact situation:

1. Movement + Containment • Baby carrier (tight, chest-to-chest) • Walking, bouncing, stair climbing • Car rides (even short ones) • Gentle rhythmic motion (not just rocking—walking rhythm)
2. White Noise That’s LOUD • Louder than you think (similar to a shower) • Vacuum sound, hair dryer app, womb noise This mimics what she heard constantly before birth.
3. Warmth & Water • Warm bath together (skin-to-skin if possible) • Sometimes just running warm water over her back can reset things
4. Feeding Isn’t Always About Hunger • Some babies want to suck for regulation, not calories • Pacifier or extra comfort nursing/bottle can help
5. Gas & Reflux Checks Even if the pediatrician says she’s “fine,” some babies: • Need different burping positions • Benefit from holding upright 20–30 min after feeds • Improve when dairy is removed (if breastfeeding or formula-based—ask before changing)

⸻ The Hard Truth (and the Hope) Some babies cry because crying is how they discharge stress. It’s not something you can always fix. And here’s the important part: Crying does not mean she’s unhappy with you. It means you are her safe place while she works through it. Most parents who’ve been where you are say the same thing: • Around 8–12 weeks, something starts to shift • Around 3–4 months, the crying decreases noticeably • One day, you realize you woke up and she looked around quietly—and it feels unreal ⸻ For You (This Matters) You are allowed to: • Put her down safely and step away for a minute • Wear ear protection or headphones with white noise • Ask for help—even if you think you “should” handle it Being calm is not required. Being present is. ⸻ Final Thought You’re not broken. Your baby isn’t broken. This phase is brutal—but it does end. If you want, I can help you: • Troubleshoot reflux/colic signs more specifically • Build a short “reset routine” for when the crying escalates • Talk through how to protect your mental health during this phase You’re doing more right than you realize.