Infant colic is a common problem in newborns that causes much discomfort, however, it disappears when the infant expels the air.
WHAT IS INFANT COLIC?
When a baby has colic, he cries inconsolably, feels generally unwell, and usually flexes his legs toward his tummy. Colic is often a cause of concern to parents, as they do not know why their child is restless until they find that the crying increases after feeding and disappears when the baby is able to expel the air.
HOW DO I AVOID IT?
- At the time of taking, the baby should put the entire areola into his mouth and his nose should be clear so that he can breathe.
- When finished, it is very important to incorporate it for a few moments until it burps.
- If you expel the air after each feeding, you will feel much calmer.
- If you give a bottle, you should check that you suck well and in this way avoid colic.
HOW DO I RELIEVE IT?
- If your little one has colic, never force him to eat, especially if you think that the cause of his crying is the lack of food. Too much food will make the intestine work more and end up causing even more pain.
- What you have to do is stay calm in order to transmit to our son all the tranquility and well-being that he needs right now.
- The pacifier can help soothe you. In addition, it is normal for prolonged crying to take in even more air than with food.
- It is not convenient to make diet or schedule changes without consulting the pediatrician.
- It is also not recommended to resort to natural remedies (such as infusions) without medical advice.
- The best thing is to calm your tears with cuddles and affection. Do not despair!
- Dim light, silence or soft music will help you relax. When you are calm, a massage session on the tummy, with gentle movements and clockwise, is beneficial.
Colic is very bothersome for your baby, help him to relieve and prevent it.
Does your baby suffer from colic?