Baby colic is often defined by inconsolable crying for an unknown reason. Colic typically starts around two weeks of age and resolves before four months of age.
More than 3 hours a day...
at least 3 days a week...
for at least 3 weeks
Excessive, Inconsolable & Unexplained Crying
Symptoms Begin & End Abruptly
Grimaced Face
High-Pitched Piercing Sound
Clenched Fists
Knees Drawn To Chest
Arched Back
Red Face
Disrupted Sleep Patterns
Gas With Abdominal Bloating & Hard Distended Stomach
Symptoms Begin After Mealtimes
Symptoms Cease After Bowel Movement Or Passing Gas
Spits Up Frequently
There are many theories as to what causes colic, but there is no single consistent cause that all experts agree on.
There have been a few studies that suggest a mother’s diet may affect her baby. The basis of these studies suggest that specific foods contain trace elements that can be passed through the breast milk creating reactions in the baby’s stomach leading to colic.
The foods linked to this include:
While most doctors will rightly reassure you that a colicky baby does not predict any future temperament, there are a few studies now associating colicky symptoms with later behavioral problems. It remains unclear if colic if the cause or if a genetic predisposition makes colic more likely in these kids.
Ask your doctor to confirm if your baby has colic or to determine if there is another medical cause of your baby’s excessive crying. Here is information you can prepare for your doctor.
If no physical problem is found, then colic will often be the diagnosis. Typically, tests like x-rays are not needed unless other conditions are found during the doctor’s exam.
Recently, an over diagnosis of reflux in children has led to an overuse of medication.
There is no known cure for colic. In fact its unknown what exactly causes colic. Many doctors, pediatricians, midwives, and lactation consultants have come up with theories on the cause of colic, and out of these some colic treatment options have been tried. To put these treatments to the test a poll was conducted and the results are provided in the chart you see.
We have taken the data polled and broke it into four sections. These sections are based upon family secrets, known trusted colic remedies, superstitions and commonly known placebos. Each section includes whether it was tried or untried by parents, and whether it worked or not.
Often times parents with a colicky baby can feel helpless. Feelings of worthlessness or of being a bad mother or father can rise up as parents feel there is nothing they can do to help their screaming baby.
If you are feeling this way, try utilizing some of these colic support suggestions.
Being a new parent can be stressful especially when your baby is screaming for hours on end. This can leave doubts that your a bad parent or don’t know how to soothe your baby. Know that these feelings are completely normal.
It’s stressful to listen to your baby cry for long periods, so plan times when you can take a break. Arrange ahead of time for someone to help you with the baby so that you can have a few moments to yourself.
Another avenue when dealing with colic is to reach out to moms with colicky babies. This is great for moral support, sharing ideas, and techniques on what works and what doesn’t work in the treatment of colic.
Having a good support system is vital. Thanks to sites such as babycenter.com and colic support group you can find vital information in the support of colic.
There are many websites and forums available for support from doctors and moms who have experienced colic first hand. Here is a list of some that we recommend.
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