What really happens when a baby cries and no one comes? 😢💔 A baby’s cry isn’t “noise” — it’s survival. When no one responds, their tiny body goes into stress mode. Cortisol rises, heart rate goes up, and eventually they stop crying… not because they’re okay, but because they’re exhausted. 🥺 When this happens often, babies may learn: “My needs don’t matter.” They can become extra quiet, withdrawn, or develop insecure attachment as they grow. Their little brains are wiring themselves through co