Infantile colic refers to trapped gas and winds in a baby and the bloating and pain that this causes.
In the early stages, symptoms include cramping, moaning, groaning, straining and crying. If not treated correctly, symptoms tend to worsen! Colic usually goes away at around 4-6 months.
Why does gas and wind build up or get trapped?
Trapped gas in an immature digestive tract
Not burping completely - leaving that "deep one" behind
Excessive swallowing of air when feeding - latching issues
Overfeeding or comfort feeding
Formula that does not agree with baby
Allergen to cows milk
Enzyme not present to digest milk
Tongue or lip tie can cause extra gas to be swallowed
Colic symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Colic is common in infants, occurring in up to one in five babies. Many more babies have milder but still noticeable symptoms of cramping and crying. It usually starts when a baby is a few weeks old, peaks at about 6-10 weeks of age, and usually stops by the time they are 4 months of age, although can continue until six months. The introduction of solid foods usually helps these cases.
Signs And Symptoms Of Gas and Wind, generally means Colic in Babies
Most Common Causes of Colic
Less Common Causes
Complications
Treating the cause of colic
Soothing strategies for a baby with colic include:
The two best ways parents can help treat colic
1. Deep and active burping techniques for difficult to burp babies.
2. Exercises that unlock pockets of trapped gas.
Visit our How We Help page for more info about how we can teach you the most effective ways to quickly help ease the pain and cramps. The best way to cure colic fast is also the natural way!
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