Colic (Pediatric)

For breastfeeding mothers: eliminate common allergens including dairy (most common culprit), soy, gluten, eggs, nuts, and corn for 2-3 weeks to observe improvement, then reintroduce one at a time, increase probiotic-rich foods (sauerkraut, kefir, yogurt if tolerated), stay hydrated, avoid caffeine and chocolate, eat anti-inflammatory whole foods diet. For formula-fed babies: consider hydrolyzed protein formula or goat milk formula if cow's milk formula not tolerated, avoid soy formula (also allergenic). Ensure proper feeding positioning to reduce air swallowing, burp frequently during and after feeds.

Reduce stress in household environment (infant nervous systems are highly sensitive to parental stress), skin-to-skin contact frequently, baby wearing in upright position, gentle belly massage in clockwise direction, bicycle legs exercise to release gas, warm bath before bedtime, white noise or shushing sounds, rhythmic movement (rocking, bouncing, car rides), proper feeding position (45-degree angle), paced bottle feeding to avoid gulping, assess for tongue-tie affecting latch and causing air swallowing, craniosacral therapy for birth trauma, limit visitors and overstimulation in first months.