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There isn’t any one single treatment that has proven itself to be the answer in curing colic. However there are ways to make life easier for both you and your baby.

For starters, you should check to see if your baby is hungry. With young babies, you simply place your finger under his chin and if he tries to suck or move toward it, then he is hungry. However, if your baby is not hungry, don’t try to continue the feeding as it is a waste of time. Instead, try to console your little one in some of the ways listed below. Contrary to what people think, this is not spoiling the child. Some of the things that you can do to console baby are as follows:

* Walk with your baby or sit in a rocking chair. The continuing movement is usually soothing to a baby. Just be sure to rest their head close to your chest so that they can hear your heartbeat.

* Try burping your baby more often during feedings.

* Rest your baby across your lap while he lies on his tummy. Rub your baby’s back. This will help get air out of his tummy and prevent gas. If he burps; even better.

* Put your baby in a swing as the swaying motion can have a soothing effect.

* Put your baby in a car seat and go for a ride. The vibration and movement of the car are often calming.

* Play relaxing music like classical (Mozart is my favorite) or slow music as some babies respond to sound as well as movement. There are some CDs of relaxing music specially created for mothers and babies.

Looking after a colicky baby can be extremely frustrating for both the baby and the parent, so be sure to take care of you, too. You can’t be soothing to the baby if you are riled up you will not be able to soothe the baby. For mothers this can be even harder to deal with.

Mothers need to try to relax, and remember that your baby will eventually outgrow this phase. It’s important to stay positive.

You should also remember that, if you need a break from your baby’s crying, take one. There is nothing wrong with this. Friends and relatives are often happy to watch your baby when you need some time to yourself, even if he is crying.

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