{"id":11609,"date":"2023-05-02T18:55:50","date_gmt":"2023-05-02T13:55:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/?p=11609"},"modified":"2023-05-02T18:58:34","modified_gmt":"2023-05-02T13:58:34","slug":"old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Colic &#8211; 5 Best Old Home Remedies for Colic in Babies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hey there! Is your little one going through a tough time with colic? Believe me, I understand how tough it can be to deal with a colicky baby. The constant irritation, fussiness, and lack of sleep can take a toll on you as a parent. But luckily there are some old home remedies for colic in babies.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you come to think of it, who is to blame here, the formula milk or the breast milk? Well, a lot of times, parents worry about what they eat while they are breastfeeding, as they believe what they eat might affect the baby. But let them spill the beans, it has nothing to do with colic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we jump on to the remedies, let us understand first that every baby is different, what works for someone else\u2019s baby might not be effective in the case of your baby, a little patience goes a long way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#what_is_colic\" title=\"What is Colic?&nbsp;\">What is Colic?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#uncovering_the_colic_triggers_and_nailing_down_diagnosis\" title=\"Uncovering the Colic Triggers and Nailing Down Diagnosis\">Uncovering the Colic Triggers and Nailing Down Diagnosis<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#how_to_relieve_colic_in_babies\" title=\"How to Relieve Colic in Babies?\">How to Relieve Colic in Babies?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#1-_warm_bath_and_compress\" title=\"1- Warm Bath and Compress\">1- Warm Bath and Compress<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#2-_place_the_baby_on_their_tummy\" title=\"2- Place the Baby on Their Tummy\">2- Place the Baby on Their Tummy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#3-_use_sound_and_motion\" title=\"3- Use Sound and Motion\">3- Use Sound and Motion<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#4-_make_them_burp\" title=\"4- Make Them Burp\">4- Make Them Burp<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#5-_apple_cider_vinger\" title=\"5- Apple Cider Vinger\">5- Apple Cider Vinger<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/old-home-remedies-for-colic-in-babies\/#old_age_wisdom_failed_-_healthwire_is_here_to_help\" title=\"Old Age Wisdom Failed? &#8211; Healthwire is here to help!\">Old Age Wisdom Failed? &#8211; Healthwire is here to help!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_colic\"><\/span>What is Colic?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before diving into old home remedies for colic in babies, let&#8217;s see what colic actually is. Colic is defined as a condition when a healthy baby cries for a very long time and has frequent crying episodes for no apparent reason. It is very commonly observed during the first 6 weeks of life. It is usually seen going away on its own when the baby reaches the age of 3 to 4 months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"uncovering_the_colic_triggers_and_nailing_down_diagnosis\"><\/span>Uncovering the Colic Triggers and Nailing Down Diagnosis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact cause of colic is not clear but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kLLsABei41I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dr. Binish Ali<\/a> who is one of the top pediatricians in Pakistan suggests that it may be due to the baby\u2019s disability to get accustomed to the environment outside the womb. While there are other babies that can be very sensitive to stimuli. Well, there is no need to worry as old home remedies for colic in babies can always help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/6823433\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Research<\/a> also says that infantile colic could be a result of intolerance to cow&#8217;s milk which causes acid reflux, gas, and other inconveniences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, that we know that the causative factors of colic vary, doctors usually go by the \u201cRules of Three\u201d to diagnose colic babies that are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If colic happens to the baby at least 3 hours a day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If colic affects the baby at least 3 days a week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If colic continues for at least three consecutive weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_relieve_colic_in_babies\"><\/span>How to Relieve Colic in Babies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the old home remedies for colic in babies that you can use in order to calm your baby.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_warm_bath_and_compress\"><\/span>1- Warm Bath and Compress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A warm bath and compress can work as a great remedy for colicky babies. These two can prove to be great remedies for getting relief from gas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Warm water can also help in reducing any sort of pain. To get a warm compress, you can soak a towel in warm water, then squeeze it and gently rub it on the baby\u2019s tummy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can keep doing it till the baby starts to feel a little better. As the cause is mostly unknown, this practice might overall soothe the baby\u2019s tummy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_place_the_baby_on_their_tummy\"><\/span>2- Place the Baby on Their Tummy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to help soothe your baby, one of the best old home remedies for colic in babies is to place them on their tummy. This can be done by putting them across the stomach or lap, this little change in position can help a lot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to that, slightly rub the back of your baby which helps in releasing gas and at the same time can be very comforting. Moreover, experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/hospitals\/lahore\/the-children-hospital-the-institute-of-child-health-lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Children Hospital<\/a> say that tummy time can assist in building stronger muscles of the shoulder and the neck.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just keep one thing in mind, always put babies on their tummies when they are awake and they are under supervision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/colic-drops-uses-and-side-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Colic Drops Uses<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_use_sound_and_motion\"><\/span>3- Use Sound and Motion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Need more old home remedies for colic in babies?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your baby has been crying for hours, it is best just to calm your baby at this point. Well, for that motions is the best way to calm babies down. Walk around with your baby, this can be done by using a baby carrier (the one that can be worn on the chest). The warmth of your body along with the rhythm can put them to sleep.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also put them in a swing or a stroller. This gentle movement can stop their tears. If all of that doesn&#8217;t work, the last resort is to take them for a car ride in a car baby seat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/how-to-get-newborns-to-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to get newborns to sleep<\/a> to explore more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-_make_them_burp\"><\/span>4- Make Them Burp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;How to relieve colic in babies? Just like our moms always say, it is very important to make the baby burp. As soon as you get free from feeding them, one of the best old home remedies for colic in babies is to make them burp as it can relieve the flatulence and stops the air pockets from forming in the tummy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to put your baby on your shoulder after every feed you give them. You can do that by putting them on your shoulder and mildly patting or rubbing the baby until you hear them burp.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-_apple_cider_vinger\"><\/span>5- Apple Cider Vinger<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Apple Cider Vinegar helps in reducing acid reflux and fighting yeast infections. Therefore, giving apple cider vinegar a chance might solve the baby\u2019s colic. Remember that, apple cider vinegar can only be introduced if the baby is above the age of 6 months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always dilute apple cider vinegar, do this by adding 1 teaso=poonn of apple cider vinegar to 4 oz of water. You can increase the quantity of apple cider vinegar to 1 tablespoon in 4 oz of water for babies that are older.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"old_age_wisdom_failed_-_healthwire_is_here_to_help\"><\/span>Old Age Wisdom Failed? &#8211; <em>Healthwire is here to help!<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are still trying to soothe your baby and have tried all the above-mentioned old home remedies for colic in babies and are tired of looking for answers to how to relieve colic in babies, then it is best to know the unknown case that is making the colic worse. It is best to book an appointment with the <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/pediatrician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best pediatrician near you<\/a> by contacting Healthwire.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hey there! Is your little one going through a tough time with colic? 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