2torial #0447: Learn2 Cope with a Crying Child (Continued) Prevent The most important steps can be made before the baby ever begins to cry. Try these steps as prevention: Be consistent in your actions: most babies like ritual. Try to prevent crying by keeping to the same schedules in feeding, changing, and naptime.   Provide the baby with as much attention as possible early on. Proximity will provide the adult with a better understanding of the baby's needs and thus create a better relationship.   Tend to the baby's diet: Consult your pediatrician to understand your baby's nutritional requirements. Step 2