A mother calls the hospital nursing hotline and asks, “My 8-week-old daughter cries 8 hours a day, and she is hard to console. Is that normal?” What should the nurse’s response be to this mother?

This is normal for an 8-week-old and will resolve with time

This could indicate colic, and you should consult your pediatrician

This is likely due to inadequate feeding; increase her formula intake

This may be a sign of a serious illness; bring her to the emergency room