My DS (first baby) is 6.5 months and i need someone to tell me not to be worried! He has reflux which is under control with ranitidine, and i started weaning him about a week ago- he is taking to it really well. my issue is that he just seems to cry ALL THE TIME. He has his lovely smiley moments of course, but it seems almost like colic strikes again- he probably cries at least 2-3 hours a day (not including at bedtime/night wakings, although generally he sleeps well at night). He's not a great napper and is probably somewhat overtired, and i wonder if his reflux is still bothering him. Distracting and soothing him do help, but i can't constantly dance around in front of him to stop him crying! I feel like other babies his age don't cry nearly as much, and it's hard not to compare. I've read that unexplained and excessive crying should be checked out by a paediatrician, but i feel like i don't get anywhere with my GP.
I guess I'm just looking for some reassurance that this is normal, that i shouldn't be worried, or please someone put me in my place if my expectations are unrealistic! i know babies cry, but i was hoping it would tail off by now.... thanks!!