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What is Colic?
Publish Date : 3/16/2005 6:55:00 AM   Source : Diseases & Conditions, Allergies

Colic, affects infants, it is said that a baby having colic will cry for over three hours a day and at least three days a week. Colic is usually found in babies age three weeks to three months. Most colicky babies cry more in the late evening or at night. Generally speaking, after the third month the infant "miraculously" stops crying, giving parents some much needed relief. It affects almost 20% of babies.

What are the causes and symptoms of a baby suffering from colic?
The main cause of the baby crying is abdominal pain. Experts believe that it has something to do with the digestive system because the infant’s digestive system is not fully developed till 3-4 months.  Even the colicky infants also pull their legs up as if experiencing abdominal cramps or pain. However, some experts suggest that abdominal pain is the result of crying rather than the cause. When the baby cries, he or she is most likely swallowing air when crying.
Another theory is that colicky babies are intolerant of certain types of food such as dairy. This may be the case if a baby cries more after feedings. Some researchers now suggest that some babies suffer from reflux, a condition in which stomach acid is regurgitated causing heartburn.



How can you help a baby suffering from colic?
Know some tried methods for coping with colic;
1. The first thing you should do is check with your baby's pediatrician to make sure there is no medical cause for your baby's crying.
2. Keep a diary of when the baby cries along with activities like feeding and napping. Look for patterns which may offer a clue to the solution.
3. Try an elimination diet if you are breastfeeding in case your baby is reacting to something you've eaten. Try eliminating dairy first. Other possible reasons may be cucumber, onions, cabbage and cauliflower.
 4. If you are bottle-feeding, reduce the amount of air that the baby gulps. Even the milk should be diluted with pre-boiled water.
5. Avoid bright lights, noise, and lots of people in the room as it can further distress a baby with colic.
6. The infant’s room should be proper ventilated.
7. Massage your baby every day as massage has great benefits.
8. Keep your baby close to your body as closeness can be give him security and calm him.
9. Seek the help of a chiropractor. Chiropractic care has been shown to be helpful for infants with colic.
As the infant always depends on the mother what she eats, so be cautious before eating. Avoid fried, oily or spicy food, also lots of salad or roughage is not good in the first few weeks after delivery.

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