How can I treat colic?

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Swinging your baby

The theory is that newborns miss the constant swaying motion they experience in the womb. “Anything that involves motion or movement can help soothe a colicky baby,” says Nicola. A hands-free option is a baby swing as used by Rachel Honour, 27, from Essex. “James loves the repetitiveness of movement that the swing gives,” she says. “And the bumper bar of teddies provides a good distraction from his constant crying. In fact, James gave us his first, and so far only, smile in his swing, so I’m convinced it’s helping him.”

Colic calming rating – 7/10