fuss

/fʌs/

noun

Excessive activity, worry, bother, or talk about something.
"They made a big fuss about the wedding plans."
A complaint or noise; a scene.
"If you make enough of a fuss about the problem, maybe they'll fix it for you."
An exhibition of affection or admiration.
"They made a great fuss over the new baby."

verb

To be very worried or excited about something, often too much.
"His grandmother will never quit fussing over his vegetarianism."
To fiddle; fidget; wiggle, or adjust
"Quit fussing with your hair. It looks fine."
(especially of babies) To cry or be ill-humoured.

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