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Colic

Colic is a kiddie’s illness that we mostly associate with newborn babies, usually affecting them up until 4 months old, however colic is colic and can happen at  any time and also in adults to. I know because I myself was a patient and believe me the pain was excruciating. If I found it difficult to handle and cope with the pain that colic brings then what must these babies who might only be a few days, or weeks old be going through? I can only describe the pain in my belly as something more close to being that of severe agony.

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I’ m not sure if colic is different in adults to the type of colic that babies suffer from, but what I do know is, if it is the same then have pity on the little mite and do your best to console and ease their discomfort. A screaming colicky baby with their knees scrunched up to their troublesome tummy, tells me that the pain is the same. You know your own baby and will recognize the symptoms of colic straight away if your baby is unfortunate enough to suffer from the paining belly.

Colic is inconsolable crying in newborn infants with bouts of being ratty and irritable, unlike the cry you hear from a baby whose nappy is soiled or saturated from wee. Colic is a harmless condition, however a much disturbing one though.      

Colic Symptoms

Colic usually affects babies in the first few weeks of being born, and the pangs of colic normally disappear around the fourth month. The problem with colic is dealing with the in-between of being a day old and the fourth 4 month.

Crying can last a very long time in babies with colic and sound raging and angry. Baby can cry at any time with colic but it’s typical to see babys condition worsen in the late afternoon and evening. Hence mom and dad and the infant getting no sleep.

The chief upset concerning colic is the stress and anxiety it creates for the parents as well as the baby. Some new moms find it a struggle to settle their unsettled baby, as well as finding it hard to cope and put up with the continual wailing screams. Patience is needed in this situation. Remember the infant who like his or her parents is getting no sleep either, but also the one who has pains in his or her tummy so no shouting at the baby.

Supposedly causes of colic

Painful wind may contribute to colic, but there’s no proof to say this is an actual cause that links it to digestive problems.

Another theory is that while their digestive systems are maturing, some newborns are intolerant to particular substances such as lactose (sugar found in milk) transmitted through breastfeeding and formula milk. Nonetheless, as we speak no evidence has come to light to say this is true.

If you smoke tobacco products then your baby is more at risk of suffering from colic than that of the baby born to a non smoking mom.

If colic is not the problem then below you will find some common reasons for a crying baby.

• The baby needs winding after their feed  
• Not comfortable with the breast or teat of the bottle  
• Hungry or thirsty    
• Tiredness     
• Teething     
• Wanting attention    
• Being too hot or too cold     
• Uncomfortable in particular clothing    
• Nappy rash pain  

Seek medical attention if you suspect your baby is unwell.

The doctor will examine the unsettled baby and most likely ask questions about his or her behaviour – and from this will be able to diagnose the cause of the infants crying.

Remember, before using unknown medicines have them checked out by your GP.

Self-help for mothers with babies who have colic

The list below is to help soothe and ailing infants discomfort.

• Hold your baby close and sing to them
• Pat them lightly on the back to comfort them
• Whisper a gently hush-hush in their ear. Use words like mommy is here so not to worry. Mommy and daddy love you, or that mommy will make you better.  
• Carry your baby in a front sling or backpack and go walkabout
• Try using a baby swing to try and take their mind of the tummy pains. 
• Give your baby a dummy to suck on, if she/he has one.