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Warm Bath
Give your baby a warm bath during colicky times. This will have
a soothing effect on your baby as well as help to distract and
make your baby sleepy.
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Warm Compress
Another simple home remedy to help a colicky baby is a warm
compress. Warm compresses applied on the baby’s tummy
provide relief from the gas and also have a soothing effect.
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Oil Massage
Regular oil massages will also do wonders for any baby
suffering from colic pain. Massage will help keep the baby
warm, ensure proper digestion and prevent gas. Plus, it will
help your baby sleep after each feeding.
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Knee Pushing Exercise
Gentle exercise is essential for your baby to ensure smooth
digestion. One exercise that can help a lot in relieving colic pain
in babies is knee pushes.
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Burp Your Baby
Always burp your baby after feeding to prevent colic pain.
Burping will help release gas and prevent air pockets from
forming in the stomach that can cause a lot of discomfort.
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Basil
Another herb that is beneficial in treating colic is basil. It is high
in eugenol, which has antispasmodic and sedative properties
that help expel gas and ease other gastrointestinal discomforts.
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Fennel Seeds
For colicky babies, fennel is a wonder herb. It can relieve gas
and alleviate general stomach-related discomforts. Both babies
and breastfeeding mothers can benefit from fennel seeds.
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Chamomile Tea
A 2007 study review by the American Academy of Pediatrics
found that chamomile tea can help eliminate colic in infants.
Chamomile is known for its antispasmodic and sedative
properties that help relieve intestinal cramping and induce
relaxation.
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Peppermint
Due to its calming and antispasmodic properties, peppermint
helps reduce flatulence and other digestive conditions in
infants.
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