Colic is extreme fussiness in infants, demonstrated by plaintive and intense cries. Babies with colic cry for no apparent reason, predictably during bedtime, and lasting several hours. They would lapse into cries as if in pain, with their skin flushed and body tensed. Its … Read more
Babies are born with basic communication skills that help them let mom, dad, or a caregiver know they have needs that require attention. This is typically done through different cues, including sounds and body movements. First-time parents learn to decipher these cues very quickly … Read more
Using gripe water for newborns or infants is discouraged mainly for health reasons. Introducing any liquid, including gripe water, to babies risks them of bacterial infections that can cause allergic reactions and intestinal irritation. The baby’s digestive tract is also developing and may not … Read more
Boiled onion water is a popular home remedy for treating colicky babies. Since there’s no medication available to treat it, most parents gravitate towards home remedies such as onion water. Onion is a good source of vitamins, fiber, nutrition, and aids in the digestion … Read more
Shaking, tremors, jitteriness, or jerking movements may or may not be normal in newborns and young infants. It could be part of their normal growth and development or adjustment to life outside the womb. It could also be due to external influences, such as … Read more
There is no conclusive reason why babies have colic and what its treatment is. The only way we can soothe or put a colicky baby to sleep is through different methods of trial and error. After a lot of experimenting and trying out, these … Read more
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