Colic is generally defined as unexplained crying in an infant. Typically, it peaks between 3 weeks and 3 months of age, is worse in the evening hours, and can last for hours at a time.

Do what you can to try to make your baby comfortable. Make sure your baby is not hungry, overheated, has a wet or dirty diaper or a fever. Walking or rocking your baby, swaddling, stroller rides, car rides, providing a pacifier, giving a bath and playing soft music are all great methods to try to soothe your baby.

Many colicky babies will cry, scream, draw up their legs to their chests, turn bright red and/ or pass gas. Many parents mistake these symptoms for constipation or formula intolerance. However, most of the time, switching formula will not help.

Colic can be very frustrating and exhausting as a parent. When you need a break, it is fine to allow your baby to cry in his or her crib for short periods. This helps babies learn to soothe themselves to sleep and might help you feel less overwhelmed when dealing with a crying baby on little to no sleep yourself. Do your best to take care of yourself, too, during this newborn period – it will really benefit you and your baby!

Please call us immediately if your baby has been crying without stopping for more than 2 hours, has a fever, is acting sick, turns blue or if you are so frustrated that you fear you may hurt your baby.

Most of all- trust us- it will get easier!