How To Treat Colic
Author: Jason Rickard
Author: Jason Rickard
There are no proven cures or ways to treat colic, but there are
certain procedures you can take that will help you to reduce it.
First of all, before we get into those measures that you should
take to reduce colic, you must understand and know what works
with your child because after all we are all unique, even
babies.
One of the biggest causes for colic is weaning. When a baby is
weaned this shouldn't happen all in one go. Usually it's much
easier on a child if weaning is done gradually, and slowly.
It's much like smoking, as you can't just go cold turkey and
quit overnight, it takes time. A good way is to start feeding
the child with bottle milk while at the same time breast
feeding, but as you go you should increase the bottle milk and
decrease the breast milk.
It has also been reported that some women find what they eat
affects their child when being breast fed and avoiding those
foods has helped reduce the colic. A good way to know which
foods might be causing the problems for you and your child is
by eliminating the food you suspect of creating colic. Later
introduce it back into your diet, and see the results of your
little experiment. If the baby begins crying again, then you
know for sure what to avoid.
Another good reason for colic to occur is when a baby swallows
air whilst being bottle fed. To reduce this simply change the
positioning of the baby bottle, or get a bottle which is
specifically designed to reduce the amount of air a baby
swallows while drinking milk. These bottles are normally curved
and or have a small vent in the middle.
If the above reasons do not solve your child's colic, then
there is no need to panic because colic is normal amongst
infants. Try some of the following techniques. Try taking the
child out for a walk as this can be a pleasant experience for
you and for the child to discover new things. Give them a toy
that rattles or anything that makes a noise as these can peak a
child's curiosity and keep them busy for hours. You may also try
a nice warm bath, again these can be very soothing and calming.
Try to keep the baby in some sort of motion. In general
anything new can solve your baby's colic problem, babies are
curious creatures, who have yet a lot to learn and experience
so try new stuff as may just amaze the both of you.
In the end, focus on what works for you and do not be afraid to
try different methods. Experiment with different ways to reduce
colic and as a general rule of thumb go with what is working
for your child, and, for you as a parent. There is no need to
worry about colic, it's harmless, and, sooner or later will
wear off as the child grows.
About The Author: Jason Rickard is the owner of Your Favourite
Shop - http://www.yourfavouriteshop.com - Offering White Noise
and Relaxation CDs - Visit Hapa Health -
http://www.hapahapa.com for more articles.
certain procedures you can take that will help you to reduce it.
First of all, before we get into those measures that you should
take to reduce colic, you must understand and know what works
with your child because after all we are all unique, even
babies.
One of the biggest causes for colic is weaning. When a baby is
weaned this shouldn't happen all in one go. Usually it's much
easier on a child if weaning is done gradually, and slowly.
It's much like smoking, as you can't just go cold turkey and
quit overnight, it takes time. A good way is to start feeding
the child with bottle milk while at the same time breast
feeding, but as you go you should increase the bottle milk and
decrease the breast milk.
It has also been reported that some women find what they eat
affects their child when being breast fed and avoiding those
foods has helped reduce the colic. A good way to know which
foods might be causing the problems for you and your child is
by eliminating the food you suspect of creating colic. Later
introduce it back into your diet, and see the results of your
little experiment. If the baby begins crying again, then you
know for sure what to avoid.
Another good reason for colic to occur is when a baby swallows
air whilst being bottle fed. To reduce this simply change the
positioning of the baby bottle, or get a bottle which is
specifically designed to reduce the amount of air a baby
swallows while drinking milk. These bottles are normally curved
and or have a small vent in the middle.
If the above reasons do not solve your child's colic, then
there is no need to panic because colic is normal amongst
infants. Try some of the following techniques. Try taking the
child out for a walk as this can be a pleasant experience for
you and for the child to discover new things. Give them a toy
that rattles or anything that makes a noise as these can peak a
child's curiosity and keep them busy for hours. You may also try
a nice warm bath, again these can be very soothing and calming.
Try to keep the baby in some sort of motion. In general
anything new can solve your baby's colic problem, babies are
curious creatures, who have yet a lot to learn and experience
so try new stuff as may just amaze the both of you.
In the end, focus on what works for you and do not be afraid to
try different methods. Experiment with different ways to reduce
colic and as a general rule of thumb go with what is working
for your child, and, for you as a parent. There is no need to
worry about colic, it's harmless, and, sooner or later will
wear off as the child grows.
About The Author: Jason Rickard is the owner of Your Favourite
Shop - http://www.yourfavouriteshop.com - Offering White Noise
and Relaxation CDs - Visit Hapa Health -
http://www.hapahapa.com for more articles.
