How to help a Colicky Baby Feel Better
In the last year I have had the delight to become an “auntie” because many of my friends have become mothers. As an “auntie” I get questions about what to do about medical and nutrition related issues from my friends.
Since I am not yet a mom I can’t comment from personal experience but I do draw wisdom from working with pregnant and new moms in my practice. A common question I get is about colic. Colic is described as a cramp-like, intermittent abdominal pain that occurs mainly in babies and small children according to the book An Encyclopedia of Natural Healing for Children and Infants written by Mary Bove, ND. Colic may present with the child crying uncontrollably for hours, usually in the evening time. They may also clench the fists or pull up their legs. Colic can be related to digestive discomfort, food allergies to mom’s diet or formula, emotional distress or difficulty with feeding (lactation or bottle) or other causes. Colic is hard and exhausting for the baby and the parents so I wanted to share some ideas that might help soothe you both.
Babies love massage! Massaging the tummy in a clockwise motion can help any gas or bowel movements move their way out of the body.
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