Tag: Colic

Dealing with a colicky baby can be frustrating but there are many simple things you can try to soothe your little one. Swaddle the baby and limit stimulating factors like loud sounds, bright lights, and visitors. Rock your baby, play some white noise, and try a gentle massage to calm them. Probiotics, lemon balm, chamomile, and fennel can help too.

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Breastfeeding is indeed a challenge for new moms. It becomes all the more difficult if your baby has a health problem. Even if he/she...

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Babies will cry when they’re hungry. Feeding should take place every 2 to 3 hours, especially since they’re growing so fast. After feeding, a baby might cry if she needs to be burped. Check to see if she has a dirty diaper or is feeling too hot or cold. If she’s teething or has colic, fussiness and crying will be common. Try to soothe her and make her feel comfortable. Sometimes, all she needs is a familiar touch.

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Your baby is considered colicky if s/he’s younger than 5 months old and cries for more than 3 hrs in a row, on 3 or more days/week, for at least 3 wks. Treat colic by eliminating common food allergens like dairy, gluten, fish, citrus and caffeine from the mother's diet. Try Gripe water, probiotics and physical calming to soothe the infant. If it still persists, consult a doctor.