Colic usually begins when babies are 2-3 days to three weeks old and may last until the baby is 3-6 months old. Symptoms of colic usually occur at the same time each day. The cause of colic is unknown, but affected infants are considered healthy.

Symptoms include:

• Abnormal swelling or bloating of the baby’s abdomen
• Crying spells during which the baby’s legs are drawn toward abdomen

Treatment:

• Hold baby upright when feeding
• Burp baby frequently
• Wrap child in a blanket (swaddling)
• Give baby a warm bath
• Nurse the baby
• Rock baby
• Try exposing baby to music and other sounds