Colic refers to a situation when a healthy baby cries for a long duration for no specific reason. This condition mostly affects children who are born up to the age of 3-4 months. The cries are continuous and irritating making the baby feel restless.
Symptoms of Colic in Babies.
- Unending cries with the baby.
- The baby passes a lot of gas.
- A bloated stomach is noticed.
- The baby’s fists are always clenched.
- The back of the affected baby is always slanted when they are trying to find a comfortable sitting position and avoid the pains.
- The face is always red or pinkish due to long hours of crying.
Causes of Colic in Babies.
- Colic in babies can be a result of undigested foods which make them uncomfortable.
- A newborn might be sensitive to breastmilk or formula milk
- The baby might be reacting to fear, being angry, or thrilled.
- Some caregivers or mothers overfeed or underfeed their babies.
- Newborn babies are sometimes born prematurely with a digestive system that is underdeveloped.
- It may be a sign of early childhood migraine headaches.
- Could be a result of a baby trying to adjust to the new environment they are in after birth in relation to lighting and sound produced within the surrounding.
Remedies.
-A parent or caregiver should ensure that they take their children for stroller walks and drives for them to be calm down.
-Baby swaddling is always recommended for the baby so that they are soothed by the warmness and get to sleep.
-A warm bath is also a good way to calm them as they always feel relaxed most of the time.
-Always have tummy massages or back massages as they are about to sleep.
-Ensure that you practice bicycle rides so some excess air and gas id released from the baby’s stomach.