Hi there. Likely to be a phase. Try to check if there are any discomforts - gassy stomach, colic, or baby too used to being carried or baby recently experience some traumatic experience abt being put down so cry? It could also be a growth spurt or a teething episode - when they are more clingy and more irritable too. So unless there was some discomfort, then it will pass soon. U can consider babywearing during this period of time -it will save ur hands and give u hands free and baby will feel secure on u. But try not to use babywearing sparingly so that they won't be a habit