He stated that one in every ten babies suffers from gas pain (colic) and explained to parents what they wonder about gas pain. Asking the parents to try to find out what is wrong with the desperately crying and suffering baby and how to help him, Altuncu said, "Believe me, a colicky baby can leave you helpless and drive you crazy, even if you are the calmest person in the world. You may suddenly find yourself wandering around the house, confused. . But don't panic, stay calm. Be sure that he does not have a serious illness and do not worry, this illness will not cause permanent damage to him. Although it may seem to you that your baby's distressed situation will last for a long time, this is a temporary situation. Your child's sudden and "We know it hurts you to cry for minutes, but colic is a temporary disorder," he said.
Providing information and giving advice about the baby's crying problems, Specialist Dr. Erkan Altuncu said, "In a healthy baby, it lasts for the first three months, occurs at regular intervals, and causes Colic, which begins in the first or second week of life and intensifies in the sixth week, usually begins suddenly in the evening hours as a high-pitched scream. It manifests itself as facial flushing, pulling one's knees to one's stomach, and passes within a few minutes. These cries last for an average of 2.5 hours a day. Babies cry because of communication, pain, loneliness and boredom, fatigue, need to cry, fussiness, gas. "Although the exact cause of colic crying is unknown, the reason why colic babies cry is the same as the general reason for crying," he said.
SYMPTOMS
Specialist Dr. Altuncu also talked about the symptoms of the disease. Altuncu said, "While the baby is calm, he suddenly starts crying loudly and uncontrollably. These cries occur on average three days a week. This condition is then accompanied by pulling one's legs to one's abdomen, clenching one's hands into fists, wrinkling one's forehead, and the face turning purple-red. Babies experiencing colic pain suffer from severe gas pain. Crying, which often begins at the end of a long day, continues until bowel movements improve and gas passes. The growth and development of babies with colic is normal and there is no problem in their physical examination. colic attacks lasts three hours or more per day. "These complaints of the baby start at the age of two weeks and end in the third and fourth months," he said.
10 GOLD SUGGESTIONS TO SILENCE A CRYING BABY
Altun, 10 gold coins to silence a crying baby. Altun said, "One of the ways to silence the baby is the play of light. Provide a quiet and low-light environment in the baby's room. Dim light relaxes him. The second is rhythmic movements. When your baby cries, hold him upright and calm him down by rubbing his back with rhythmic, soft movements. This will also help him sleep. The third is noise. Although it may sound interesting, the sound of the hair dryer and vacuum cleaner will silence your crying baby. Don't be surprised, try it, it works. The fourth way is the pacifier. Panacea. You've found something that will interest him for a while. Fifth is travel. Take a short walk in the park, especially car rides. Look at the bright side, you have a traveling baby. The sixth method is massage. Pour some olive oil or baby oil into your hands and gently rub the abdominal area clockwise, first in small and then gradually increasing circular motions. You can continue until you get tired. Be sure he won't complain. The seventh method is to take a hot bath. It will be good for both of you. A warm bath will relax your body and warm you up. Enjoy a hot bath with your baby. Our 8th suggestion is herbal teas. Some breastfeeding mothers believe that the calming properties of chamomile tea are reflected in their babies, why not? The 9th recommendation is not to make the baby cry too much. Try to prevent your baby from crying too much after feeding. Excessive crying will cause him to swallow air and cause gas. Lastly, ask for help. When your baby's loud crying increases, ask for help from your relatives. Don't be afraid to ask someone you trust to take care of your baby, even for a few hours. Many volunteers will come forward. This way, you can take some time for yourself and relax.
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