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17 | Strategies to Help With Colic-Tips for soothing an unsettled baby – Dr. Nurture: Pediatric Physical Therapy, Lactation, and Bonding
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Episode Summary:In this episode of The Dr. Nurture Podcast, we cover effective physical therapy techniques that can help relieve colic in newborns. Colic is a common, challenging condition, but with the right approaches, you can create comfort for your baby and reduce colic crying. Discover how to soothe a colicky infant using evidence-based strategies like tummy time, infant massage, bicycling legs, and positional techniques, such as the colic carry and babywearing.
Key Topics Covered:
What is colic, and why does it happen?
How to prevent colic while pregnant: Learn steps that may help, like supporting maternal gut health.
Using tummy time to relieve colic: Apply gentle pressure on the belly to stimulate digestion.
Infant massage for colic relief: Techniques like the "I Love You" stroke aid digestion and reduce colic symptoms.
Bicycling legs and pelvic tilts: Gentle movements to help release trapped gas.
Positional techniques and babywearing: Using the colic carry and baby carriers to soothe digestive discomfort and reduce crying.
Creating a calming environment: Use swaddling, white noise, and dim lighting to help reduce overstimulation in colicky infants.
Highlights & Takeaways:
Tummy time isn’t just for motor development—it’s also great for alleviating colic symptoms.
Infant massage can help stop colic crying by supporting digestion through stimulating the vagus nerve.
Simple leg movements like bicycling can promote gas release, helping soothe a colicky infant.
The colic carry and babywearing provide comforting pressure and reduce colic crying.
Studies show that carrying babies more often can reduce colicky crying significantly.
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- 17 | Strategies to Help With Colic-Tips for soothing an unsettled baby
- 16 | Transformative Self Care from a PT's Perspective (Strategies that Stick)
- 15 | Use This Strategy to Kickstart Baby’s Development: How the Golden Hour Impacts Mom and Baby
- 14 | Top 4 Things that Impact Development and When to Know if Baby Needs Therapy
- 13 | Tummy Time Hacks-PT Strategies for Tummy Time Haters