Kid has become very hectic and there is speculation that he developed colic. If there is any doubt that this colic and you can not determine whether the periods of weeping normal for a newborn or is there any good reason, you should seek medical attention. But before you take anything worth finding out whether the symptoms fall under the description of the symptoms of colic. If you define these characteristics, it will be easier to understand what is happening with the child and to take further steps.

The definition of colic in infants

If a small child is irritable and crying, this is not necessarily a sign of colic. Colic - a state of healthy children who regularly and continuously crying while he did not manage to comfort him. In the diagnosis of colic is used so-called rule of "threes":

• Three hours long uncontrolled weeping
• They appear as young as three weeks or earlier
• Occur at least three times a week for three weeks, at least

Often, colic occur around the same time of day, it usually happens in the early evening. They are at the age of about three months, although there are cases where they lasted for six months.

Intolerable cry

Cry baby colic differs from the usual crying baby, which indicates his desire (to eat, burp, change a diaper, leave it alone). When the baby colic produces very loud and shrill sounds. Parents, this is the cry of great concern, because they can not alleviate the condition of the child or convince him to stop crying.

Exclusion of other problems

It is important to make sure the baby crying - this is crying with colic and no sign of any other problems, such as lack of breast milk or nutrient mixture, difficulties with digestion and belching. If none of these factors is not the case, it is necessary to discuss the symptoms with the pediatrician.

Causes

There is no consensus on the cause of occurrence of colic. Some believe that they come from the fact that the digestive system of the child has not yet developed. Others suggest that colic associated with lactose intolerance. There is also a view that it is simply a characteristic of the child. It is known that children whose mothers smoked during pregnancy, and children who are subject to exposure to tobacco smoke are more likely prone to colic.

Treatment

Unfortunately, there is no colic. However, many parents indicate that the following methods may relieve colic:

• Massage
• Revision of food

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• Motion sickness or carrying a baby in a sling
• Drugs with simethicone reduces gas

Activities for parents

If you can no longer endure the constant cry, make for yourself a break. Swaddle the baby, put to bed and leave it for a while. Ask family or friends to sit with the baby. You also needs periods of rest and tranquility so that you can feel good about themselves and continue to care for the child.