Colic can be a challenging experience for both babies
as for their parents. Although there is no one-size-fits-all solution,
Throughout these more than 10 years in contact with babies daily (several
hours a day), there are some techniques that can help relieve discomfort and
make your baby feel more comfortable.
• One of the techniques (more than a technique it is an attitude) is
try to be as calm as possible because your emotional state is
transmits more to the baby than we might think; Therefore, it is key that
In those moments of crying, desperate of the baby, I held him in my arms, the
dad is calmer in those moments.
• Another technique is the use of a pilates ball. Yeah! Surely it
you have heard. It happened to us that we had heard it ago
many years but we didn't believe it until we started trying it. He
Gentle movement and rocking with the ball can help calm your
baby and relieve colic. To try this method, hold your baby in your
arms, face down, sit on the ball and bounce gently taking advantage of the
elastic force of the ball. This movement can help release the
trapped gases and provide relief from your baby's discomfort.
• Gas can be a source of discomfort for your baby, but
There are some things you can do to help him feel more comfortable.
A simple but effective technique is to change your baby's positions with
frequently while you hold him in your arms. Try placing your baby on his/her mouth
up, face down, sideways and in different positions to help release
gases trapped in your digestive system. The change of posture can
help move gases through the digestive tract and relieve discomfort
your baby.
• Remember that each baby is unique, so it may take time
find the position that works best for your little one but in 95% of
In most cases, face down is the position that works best.
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