Colic and homeopathy: relief is on the way!
Everyone knows how lovely a new baby can be! New life brings new love, a new promise for the future, and overwhelming joy. However, that little love can also bring other kinds of baggage, like sleep deprivation for mom and dad, disruption to all routines, endless laundry, and the most dreaded of all: colic!
Colic is severe abdominal pain. The baby suffering from colic will usually have abdominal pain, gas, cramps, flatulence, bloating and irritability accompanied by some very recognizable symptoms that are distinguishable from normal baby crying. Colic can produce a constant, piercing cry that lasts for hours, and the baby will exhibit a red face that may turn pale or blue around the mouth if the attack is prolonged or severe. In addition, the baby’s belly will be hard and distended, with the legs raised and the arms clenched tightly. Many times the infant will have cold hands and feet.
The American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that of the four million babies born in the United States each year, approximately 25% will develop colic. Colic most often affects babies from about two weeks to three months of age, and although doctors and scientists have been trying to find the cause of colic for more than 50 years, each study adds another theory, but Nothing concrete. However, we know that colic can be traumatic for everyone. Sleep-deprived mom and dad now have the added stress of seeing their baby destitute.
King Bio Children’s Colic Relief(TM) can provide safe, natural relief to baby within 30 seconds to 10 minutes. If relief is not immediately noticeable, the product can be used every 10 minutes until symptoms resolve. Remember that with King Bio’s homeopathic formulas, doses range from one spray in the mouth for newborns to three sprays for adults, so there is no need to try to calm the baby long enough for the medicine to get inside. A spray into that squeaky open mouth usually provides quick and safe relief for most colicky babies.
All King Bio homeopathic formulas are pure water based. No alcohol, sugar or yeast to worry about. For an additional therapeutic effect, you can use any King Bio natural medicine topically on the affected area. Simply spray King Bio Colic Relief(TM) on your baby’s tummy and gently massage in a clockwise direction to help expel gas.
In certain circumstances, the baby may need additional King Bio natural medicines for relief. Parents may benefit from considering King Bio for indigestion, motion sickness, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or food and chemical allergies. King Bio’s recommended formulas include Constitutional Enhancer(TM), Tummy Aches, all of our Detox Formulas, Growth and Development(TM) and VaccinoPlexä.
Having a new baby in the house can be a very physically and emotionally draining time for parents. Be sure to take care of yourself and use common sense during this stage of your baby’s development. The following suggestions may help:
-Rest and sleep when your baby rests and sleeps.
-Nursing mothers should eat small amounts frequently. Eat a snack every two to four hours.
-Avoid certain foods that can aggravate colic, such as spicy foods.
-Listen to your body. Don’t ignore hunger pangs. Make sure you drink lots of water.
-Negotiate a deal with your partner so that you each get enough sleep each night. Your baby may wake up during the night, so take turns.
-Get some hands-on support if you’re exhausted. Get help shopping, cleaning, cooking, or taking the baby for a walk.
-Ask your partner or a good friend to give you a massage on your face, feet or back.
-Do light exercise, which will help create energy.
-Remember that this is a short phase in your child’s development!