Why Is My Baby So Unsettled at Night? Evening Fussiness

Why is your baby so unsettled at night? If evenings feel harder than the rest of the day, you are far from alone.Many babies become fussier in the late afternoon and evening. They may want to feed constantly, cry more easily, resist being put down, or only settle when held close. It can feel relentless when you are already tired.In this episode, I’m explaining why evening fussiness is so common in the newborn weeks, what may be driving it, and how to respond with more calm and confidence.Inside this episode:• Why babies often struggle more in the evening• Cluster feeding and constant evening feeding• Why milk flow can feel different later in the day• Overtiredness, overstimulation, and nervous system load• Why closeness helps so much• Gentle ways to settle your baby• When to look more closely or ask for supportVery often, evening fussiness is about biology, regulation, tiredness, and a strong need for connection.FREE RESOURCES + SUPPORTWeekly Resourceshttps://askthevirtualmidwife.com/weekly-resourcesPre-order my book: Baby Steps to Six Weeks – A Day-by-Day Guide for New Mothershttps://askthevirtualmidwife.com/baby-steps-preorderIf this episode helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone in the newborn weeks who may need it.00:00 Why Evenings Feel Hard00:31 Overstimulation And Co Regulation01:22 Cluster Feeding Explained02:13 Calming Strategies That Help03:41 Take Breaks And Get Support04:35 Do You Need A Top Up05:19 Reassurance And Next Steps05:51 Resources And Recommendations