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WHAT CAUSES COLIC IN BABIES  

It is understood that approximately 10 and 15 per cent of all babies get colic. It is somewhat unknown precisely what triggers the condition. There are several theories, but even doctors aren't agreed on a single cause or even on a course of treatment. The most popular theory is that the child’s intestines are working too hard, which causes them to get a sort of cramp.

However, some doctors believe that colic arises because the child's bowel movements may be too slow, so that air in the bowel makes the intestines expand, causing the pain. Others believe that colic has something to do with eating too fast, eating too much, or swallowing too much air without burping.

There is also a theory that there is a link between colic and whether or not the mother drinks cows' milk.  I am sure all mothers have their own theory as well.

Theories are great but when a child has been crying for hours on end all a mother wants is relief for their child and some sleep for themselves

How do I know if my child has colic?

These are several signs.

• Colic can start within two to four weeks after birth and may last for up to three months.
• Baby cries loudly, often for two to three hours and can't be comforted.
• Baby often cries at roughly the same time and usually once or twice a day.
• Bowel pains.
• Baby clenches his fists, pulls his feet up under his body
• Some babies' have severe tummy rumbles and they produce a lot of wind.

It is important to remember that colic might not be the only cause of your child's discomfort. If your baby cries loudly all the time and cannot be comforted, you should first consult a doctor before deciding he or she has colic.  

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