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Moms describe this as the common 'witching hour' or purple crying, often linked to colic, and share gas-relief techniques and the reassurance that it passes.
⚠️ Caution:Colic and inconsolable crying are common, but if crying is accompanied by fever, vomiting, poor feeding, or seems like pain, consult your pediatrician to rule out other causes.
Hours of inconsolable crying make parents feel helpless and fear something is seriously wrong with their baby. The community gently reframes this as the well-known witching hour or purple crying, often tied to colic, and reassures that other moms went through the exact same stage and it passed. They offer concrete comfort measures - belly massage, bicycle legs, gas relief, and yes, the car drive that worked for them too.
Here's what moms in our community shared based on their own experience.
This sounds like purple crying / the witching hour. My daughter cried incessantly at this stage too - it can last 4-5 hours and is often colic-related. The doctor said you can't do much except try to calm them.
Try gentle bicycle legs (pulling the legs up), circular belly massage, and putting a little mustard oil on your finger to rub near the potty area to help flush out stuck stool and gas. Be gentle since she's small.
A car drive is okay and often helps - many babies sleep in the car within minutes.
The information shared on this page comes from real experiences of mothers in our community. While we strive to provide helpful insights, this content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your pediatrician, healthcare provider, or other qualified medical professional for any questions regarding your child's health or development.
Last reviewed: June 17, 2026
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