Colic Baby Symptoms

When a baby cries inconsolably despite calming efforts made by the caregiver, colic is probably to blame. Oftentimes, the baby will have episodes of colic at the same times each day. This condition generally begins within a few weeks after birth and improves somewhere around 3 months of age. Listed below are some of the symptoms of colic in babies.

Regular Crying Sessions

• Colic occurs most often in the late afternoon or early evening. Crying sessions may last from a few minutes to as long as 3 hours and sometimes even longer. At the end of the crying session, the baby may pass gas or have a bowel movement.

Inconsolable Crying

• When a baby with colic cries, the crying is extreme. The baby's face will most likely be red from crying so hard, and he or she will be difficult to comfort.

Unusual Posture

• Babies with colic may clench their fists and curl up their legs. Also, their abdominal muscles may be tensed.

Excess Gas

• Babies with colic may also burp and pass gas frequently.

Symptom Aggravators

• Some things may possibly make colic worse. Overfeeding a baby or giving him or her undiluted juices may worsen the situation. Also, sometimes food allergies and stress affect the severity of colic symptoms.