How to Soothe a Colicky Baby by Neccia Celli

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How to Soothe a Colicky Baby
by Neccia Celli

As a mother of two colicky babies, I thought some parents or soon to be, might want some tips on how to deal with a colicky baby. If you think you have a colicky baby, don't be afraid to ask family or friends for help. Also, make sure you ask your your pediatrician for suggestions, they can be very helpful. When it comes to colic, there is no quick fix.

Don't feel alone, there are some great resources out there and many parents have been and are going through the same thing. Only a parent of a colicky baby could possibly understand how trying and hard it can be. Remember, colic is only temporary and usually clears up around 6 months. In the meantime, if you are dealing with this, try to take breaks as much as possible and breathe. A baby with colic can test anyone's patience with the long hours of crying and no sleep. Always remember, It's okay to put your baby in a safe place where he or she won't hurt themselves so you can take a break for yourself.

If you have a spouse, family member or friend who can help you, ask them to take the baby for you so you can take a break. All new parents need frequent breaks and anyone who has been through this knows you will definitely need a break now and then. Sometimes, it's good to just take a walk, get some fresh air or take a trip to the grocery store or coffee shop. The important thing is to take out time for yourself so you will have plenty of patience during those times where your baby isn't feeling well.

Some facts about colic
Colic is a syndrome that causes crying and irritation in babies, usually in the afternoon, evening and nighttime. A colicky baby cries more than 3 hours at a time, 3 days a week. Where as a non-colicky baby cries 1-2 hours, every day the first few weeks. Colic can last anywhere from 2-6 months and every baby is different when it comes to how long it will last. Colic is a benign condition and the excessive crying is not harmful to the baby. Colic also effects the babies sleep patterns so if you baby has colic, he or she may not sleep very much for up to 6 months.

Causes of colic
Colic is actually a generic term and there are many factors that can cause the crying. No one actually knows what causes colic. Most doctors agree it is stomach irritation and sensory overload. One theory is colic is often

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Posted on: February 15,2008

Email: Neccia@hotmail.com
Website: http://hubpages.com/hub/colicybabytips