Colic
All babies cry, as this is their way of communicating that they are hungry, tired, cold, or in need their nappy changing. However, sometimes babies cry for no obvious reason, even when they are well cared for. Don’t worry; it is possible they have infantile colic.
This condition is defined as inconsolable crying by infants under six months of age. Specifically, the crying has to be at least 3 hours per day, on at least 3 days a week for at least 3 weeks. However, any prolonged crying for no apparent reason can be extremely upsetting for parents. You may feel as if you are letting your baby down, or that you are doing something wrong, but rest assured you not.
The average baby cries for about two and a half hours a day. But in addition to persistent crying, a colicky baby looks truly uncomfortable. They may alternately extend or pull up their legs and pass wind. The persistent crying usually occurs between 6 p.m. and midnight, though it can occur anytime, generally becoming worse in the evening.
It commonly occurs in about 20% of babies and there is no scientific reason why it occurs. However, there are many suggestions, one being acute stomach pain caused by trapped gas, abnormal bowel functions, or wind. It is widely thought that the cause of this pain is that the infant's digestive system is not yet fully developed.
Most osteopaths treating infants for colic use a combination of structural and cranial techniques, all treatment is gentle, safe and effective for the infant. It specifically involves very skilled, light pressure applied where necessary to assist the body in releasing stresses and tensions.
Reactions to osteopathic treatment vary, often the infant is very relaxed afterwards and sleeps well. Others have a burst of energy after treatment, which is usually followed by a good nights sleep. On occasions an infant is unsettled after treatment. This is likely to be a temporary situation, but if you are concern, then you should contact the osteopath.
Not all osteopaths treat infants, to find one in your area please follow the link below:
Colic
This condition is defined as inconsolable crying by infants under six months of age. Specifically, the crying has to be at least 3 hours per day, on at least 3 days a week for at least 3 weeks. However, any prolonged crying for no apparent reason can be extremely upsetting for parents. You may feel as if you are letting your baby down, or that you are doing something wrong, but rest assured you not.
The average baby cries for about two and a half hours a day. But in addition to persistent crying, a colicky baby looks truly uncomfortable. They may alternately extend or pull up their legs and pass wind. The persistent crying usually occurs between 6 p.m. and midnight, though it can occur anytime, generally becoming worse in the evening.
It commonly occurs in about 20% of babies and there is no scientific reason why it occurs. However, there are many suggestions, one being acute stomach pain caused by trapped gas, abnormal bowel functions, or wind. It is widely thought that the cause of this pain is that the infant's digestive system is not yet fully developed.
Most osteopaths treating infants for colic use a combination of structural and cranial techniques, all treatment is gentle, safe and effective for the infant. It specifically involves very skilled, light pressure applied where necessary to assist the body in releasing stresses and tensions.
Reactions to osteopathic treatment vary, often the infant is very relaxed afterwards and sleeps well. Others have a burst of energy after treatment, which is usually followed by a good nights sleep. On occasions an infant is unsettled after treatment. This is likely to be a temporary situation, but if you are concern, then you should contact the osteopath.
Not all osteopaths treat infants, to find one in your area please follow the link below:
Colic
