#asktheexperts Is any method really effective in treating colic in babies?

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Colic in babies may be considered when baby is crying for more than 2 to 3 hours with no other specific reason and in a high pitched  cry with arching of the body and flushed face.
There could be many causes for colic in babies like gerd immature digestive system allergies ingulping of aur while feeding and lactose intolerance.
Mothers diet and lifestyle can also be a major factor. 
Management could be in form of medicines like probiotics digestive enzymeshy antiflatulence angd some home remedies.
Avoidance of formula milk cow's milk . Cycling manuvours to relieve gas massage  and proper burping after each feeding is also helpful .

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Hello dear parent, yes you should help baby burp after every feed by holding him in upright position and massage his back for 20 mins and 4 burps are necessary. Also.give him colic aid drops. As they are dil seed oil and really help full in treating colic pain. Good luck and take care