"If your baby / child cries just ignore it, it's only after attention. It'll soon learn." So many people say this and think it's acceptable. If a baby or child cries you need to see what is wrong, is it hungry or thirsty? Maybe it does just want some attention. What is so wrong with a baby or child wanting attention? Pick that child up and give it a hug for goodness sake. But sometimes the child may be over tired and leaving them in peace is the best thing for the child but don't ignore them, keep an ear open and if their crying changes go and check to make sure everything is ok.