Definitely helps to soothe when they refuse to go back on the breast. Create soothing vibrations. Take him out in the car or his pram over cobble stone roads or place his car seat over a clothes dryer make sure he and the car seat are secure, so neither can fall.
Walk your baby kangaroo-style. This has always worked for us but requires some patient commitment, so pop him in an ergonomic baby carrier and keep going. Rock, roll, bounce, sway or rhythmically and gently move your baby in your arms or a bouncer if you get tired. Open windows for fresh air or take the baby outside for a walk - either in a sling or a wedged up pram. Try a winding valve. The relief will be immediate. Try gripe water. It contains Dill Oil, which warms and relaxes the tummy, breaking down trapped air bubbles.
Also Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate, which neutralises acid in the baby's tummy. The results are usually a resounding burp. Failing that, try Infacol. It contains Simeticone, which is an anti-foaming agent that works locally within the gut and not absorbed into bloodstream. It breaks down the smaller bubbles in the gut, creating larger ones that are easier for baby to pass. Failing that, try Colief. It contains the naturally occuring enzyme, lactase, which helps to break down lactose in milk, that some babies have trouble digesting.
Eliminate the foods from your diet which I list above under heading 'Foods to avoid for breastfeeding mums'. Keep a food and crying diary. Use my guide above to note the worst offenders when it comes to what foods a breastfeeding mama can eat. Observe the bouts of crying intensity within 24 hours of consuming something and consider eliminating it from your diet for a minimum of 6 days, then only if you must introduce it back slowly and again observe whether the crying worsens.
If your baby is formula-fed, ask the paediatrician about switching to a soy-based I hope not! Keep your baby semi upright. Being in a slightly sloping position as opposed to lying flat, can help a baby eliminate wind and bowel movements slightly easier. This can happen by making sure one breast is finished before offering the other or only offering one at a feeding and emptying it completely.
Baby massage. There are 5 week courses in the UK which are free, so make sure you go, otherwise YouTube videos or follow the below screen shot with instructions. Burb your baby after every feed, between feeds and even throughout.
Bottle fed babies may take in more air when eating, but in cases like mine, where my milk let-down is too fast, the baby will gulp so quickly, he will take in too much air. Probiotics Probiotics Probiotics. Other parents all over the world are trying to comfort their crying child at exactly the same time right now too. Always remember- this stage WILL pass. Try and remain calm. Babies are super intuitive and can feel your stress, which will only add to theirs.
However, the crying can happen at any time. Clenching their fists when crying or curling up their legs. Turning bright red when crying.
What causes colic? How is colic diagnosed? Can colic be prevented or avoided? Colic treatment Colic may be triggered by certain things. Everything you consume gets passed to your baby and can affect them. Avoid caffeine and chocolate, which act as stimulants. Avoid dairy products and nuts, in case your baby is allergic to them.
Babies can be sensitive to certain proteins in formula. Try feeding your baby smaller meals but more often. Avoid feeding your baby too much or too quickly. One bottle feeding should last about 20 minutes. If your baby eats faster, try using a nipple with a smaller hole. This will slow down their feeding. Try warming the formula to body temperature. Try feeding your baby in an upright position.
Holding your baby Babies who have colic can sometimes respond well to different ways of being held or rocked.
Hold your baby across your arm or lap while you massage their back. Hold your baby upright, if they have gas. Hold your baby in the evening. Hold your baby while walking. Rock your baby in your arms or by using an infant swing. Comforting your baby Try these movements and stimuli to sooth your baby. Provide extra skin-to-skin contact. Swaddle your baby. This mean wrapping them in a blanket. Sing to your baby.
Give your baby a warm not hot bath or put a warm towel on their stomach. Massage your baby. Examples include chocolate, coffee, tea and soft drinks. Drink plenty of water each day.
If you are thirsty you are not drinking enough. Additional information on the about of fluids needed can be found online at Kids eat right. If using artificial sweeteners, check with a registered dietitian on how much can safely be consumed each day. Try to lose your baby weight slowly and avoid calorie restrictions. Some babies also may become fussy with the consumption of gas-producing foods broccoli, cabbage, beans, etc.
If you notice this you may want to substitute other vegetables and lean proteins into your diet. Some foods may cause an allergy in an infant also, although this area needs additional research. If you notice an allergy you may want to reduce or eliminate these foods for a period of time. Did you find this article useful?
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