Colic Clinic
In general, colic is defined as crying for three or more hours a day, three or more days a week, for three or more weeks in an otherwise healthy infant. Colic can be particularly frustrating for parents because the baby's distress seems to occur for no apparent reason and nothing they do seems to bring any relief. These episodes often occur in the evening, when parents themselves are often tired.
Features of colic may include the following:
Intense crying that may seem more like screaming or an expression of pain
Crying for no apparent reason, unlike crying to express hunger or the need for a nappy change
Extreme fussiness even after crying has reduced.
Predictable timing, with episodes often occurring in the evening
Facial discoloring, such as skin flushing or blushing
Body tension, such as pulled up or stiffened legs, stiffened arms, clenched fists, arched back, or tense abdomen
We can help explain the reasons for colic and show how to help your baby. Join us at the Colic Clinic to find answers and real ways for you to calm you baby, bringing relief for your whole family.
