Life definitely changes once a baby is on board, and there's nothing more interesting and exciting than your precious little bundle of joy. This section will answer many of your pressing parenting questions and hopefully help make life easier and more fun for you and your baby.
Hooray! Baby's Here. Now What?
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Baby Safety
Being "Baby" Prepared
Behavior & Developmental Challenges
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Baby Health Issues & What to Do
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Developmental Milestones & Solid Foods
Does My Baby Have Colic?
All babies cry, but if your baby starts to cry and cry and cry some more then this could be a sign that your little sweaty has Colic. Colic refers to excessive crying in babies, 3 hours or more per day for 3+ days and the crying seems to be caused by pain. Colic is not a disease and isn't a threat to the baby's health, but it can be hard to deal with. Here are some signs that your baby is experiencing Colic along with helpful treatment suggestions.
- Excessive Crying - If your baby cries longer then 3 hours in a row and does this for more then 3 days then he might have Colic.
- Irritability - If your baby seems overly irritable and cranky then this is a sign of Colic.
- Extreme Fussiness - If your baby seems overly fussy, whimpering for several hours in a row then Colic might be an issue.
- Sudden Outbursts After Feedings - If your baby frequently cries after meals then this is a sign of Colic.
- Flushed or Red Faced - If your child's cheeks get red often and your baby shows the above signs regularly then he might be Colicky.
- Clenched Hands - If your munchkin tends to clench his hands tightly on a regular basis, especially after meals and when acting cranky then that's a sign that Colic is present.
- Distended Belly - Your baby's round belly might be cute, but if it's too round then it could be a sign of Colic.
- Major Leg Movements - If your wee one tends to kick his legs out then bend them over and over during fussy periods then Colic could be the reason.
- Treatment #1: Hold Your Baby Close - Swaddle your baby, hold and rock your baby close or put your baby in a sling and carry your baby around the house. Your body heat and keeping your baby close to you can help to ease your little one's cries.
- Treatment #2: Satisfy Baby's Need to Suckle - Offer your baby a bottle, pacifier or your finger. Babies often have the urge to suck even when they're not hungry. This can help make them feel more comfortable and secure.
