Colic is a new mom’s nightmare. The baby cries and cries in distress and there seems to be very little that a mom can do to soothe or calm down baby. However, I have found that colicky babies can be soothed and calmed by using some simple relaxation methods that will also help the harried mother stay sane.
Walking up and down while rocking or shushing baby in a quiet room will help both mom and baby to relax and calm down.
Ask your husband to help with baby in the evening while you take a walk or simply unwind in the bath. Sometimes, a new pair of arms or just seeing Daddy’s face will soothe your little one.
Ask your doctor for drops if you think gassiness could be causing baby’s colic. Sometimes when baby has been overfed or is suffering from acid reflux, his tummy may hurt causing him to cry.
Usually, colic tends to occur in the late evenings, so try and keep baby’s routine as soothing as possible. A feed followed by a bath and some quiet time or even, a relaxing walk in the stroller will be ideal. In fact, probably a change of scene will do more good for both baby and mom. Do read Caring for Babies’ Colic for more tips and ideas on dealing with a colicky infant.