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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.
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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.
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