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My Colicky Baby

Dr Greg Lacock — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 08:32:51 +0000

A colicky baby and their symptoms can be confusing. Which of these scenarios sounds like yours? There are three main types of infantile colic. Remember that a baby’s natural state is one of bliss and contentment. Apart from basic needs, … Continue reading →

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Reflux or Colic?

admin — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 16:10:04 +0000

The key to successfully managing colic reflux is to figure out whether your child has a serious problem which needs medication or whether their reflux is simply a part of the general colic syndrome. Baby reflux (also termed infant gastro-oesophageal reflux … Continue reading →

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Is My Baby Just Fussing?

admin — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 14:14:54 +0000

The new parent often wonders whether the mild discomfort that their baby displays is simply fussiness or whether they are starting to get colic. The answer is that they are actually variations of the same thing – it’s just that … Continue reading →

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Is Colic More Common in First Babies

Dr Greg Lacock — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:47:00 +0000

Yes, colic is more common in first children. However there are some good reasons behind this fact. Parents are not as good at helping their babies to burp, and should arm themselves with knowledge of correct baby burping procedures and … Continue reading →

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The Three Stages of Colic

Dr Greg Lacock — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:02:21 +0000

When people think of colic, they picture an inconsolably screaming baby. In actual fact, colic is often a build up of symptoms. In the earliest stage, there may be no crying at all! In the beginning, the infant may be suffering … Continue reading →

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Milestones 7-12 Months

Dr Greg Lacock — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:16:23 +0000

When it comes to newborn colic, arming yourself with information on the early milestones that your baby is likely to achieve can mean the difference between feeling in control of the infant colic situation, and feeling completely uninformed. Here follows the … Continue reading →

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Early Milestones and Colicky Infants

Dr Greg Lacock — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:14:13 +0000

It’s a good thing to know what’s happening in your baby’s body, particularly if you’re concerned about newborn colic or other such symptoms. Colic in infants can be very stressful for both parent and child, and knowing what to look … Continue reading →

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Why Burping Technique Is So Important

Dr Greg Lacock — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:57:45 +0000

Gas swallowed by babies during the feeding process is unavoidable. Some babies burp it up easily but those that don’t will almost certainly become fretful and eventually colicky. If this gas is not released through the mouth, it will have … Continue reading →

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Gripe Water and other Colic Remedies

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:51:58 +0000

Gripe water (and most colic remedies) are designed to relax the smooth musculature in the babies intestinal tract. This allows the gas to pass a little more easily and therefore relieve the cramps. Gripe water can be a very effective symptomatic treatment, … Continue reading →

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Colic Infants – Your Situation

Dr Greg Lacock — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:59:01 +0000

Colicky infants and their symptoms can be confusing. Try and pick the situation that sounds most familiar from the four classic choices below, which illustrate the behaviour of typical colic babies. Remember that a baby’s natural state is one of … Continue reading →

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