The Fussy Newborn (Colic and more)

The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom

Dr. Mona Amin

Medicine, Kids & Family, Health & Fitness, Parenting

4.9 • 1.5K Ratings

🗓️ 6 April 2020

⏱️ 53 minutes

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Summary

I personally don't like the word "colic" when talking about a newborn. Babies fuss and some fuss more than others. A fussy baby can be extremely difficult to take care of as sometimes it may seem nothing can soothe them. In this episode, I discuss: The definition of colic and why I don't like labeling a fussy baby as "colicky." Infant gas. Why it happens and how to help babies. Tips to soothe a fussy baby When to be concerned about a baby who is inconsolable The psychological impact of taking care of a fussy infant and the correlation I see between postpartum depression/anxiety and colic. Some tips to help you through those tough moments. I have been there too and I hope through sharing some of my experiences with our own son, you will find some guidance in finding a plan that works for your baby. Please make sure if you are exhibiting signs of postpartum depression/anxiety, you seek medical attention. It's important for mommas to take care of themselves. https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/postpartum-depression For more watch Dr. Mona's "Weird Things Newborns Do: What's Normal and What's Not" video on YouTube. Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for more guidance on navigating the first year of parenthood. Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by ⁠⁠subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube⁠⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don’t forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠⁠⁠⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	You are listening to episode six, The Fussy Newborn.
0:04.0	Hey everyone,
0:10.0	Hey everyone,
0:12.0	welcome to the Peed's dock talk podcast. I'm your host Dr Mona, where each week I hope to educate and inspire you in your journey through parenthood.
0:19.0	With information on your
0:25.0	and interview with fellow parents and experts in the field. My hope is you leave each week feeling more educated,
0:28.0	confident, and empowered in the decisions you make for your child. Hello, I hope you're having a great start to your day. This week's episode is all
0:46.3	about fussy babies and I'm reserving this discussion more so for fussy babies in
0:51.8	that newborn period the first three months of life.
0:54.6	And if you are not a parent already, the sound of your crying baby is one of the hardest things
0:59.1	to hear.
0:59.8	I am a pediatrician and in my office and in the newborn nursery I hear crying all day.
1:05.6	I get used to it in my office because it happens so much, but when it's your own baby,
1:10.1	it's extremely difficult.
1:11.4	It pierces straight through your heart this episode will discuss the term
1:15.8	colic infant gas soothing mechanisms for your babies and the psychological impact of taking care of a fussy baby because let me tell you it is extremely difficult.
1:26.0	I hope at the end of this episode you get some insight into why baby's fuss, why some degree of fuss is okay, and some strategies to help you get through this very difficult part of being
1:36.8	a parent.
1:38.3	And if you haven't already, make sure you listen to the caring for your newborn in the
1:42.0	Fort Trimester episode because these two
1:44.2	episodes will go hand in hand. So I don't really like the term collic so I'm sure you
1:49.7	guys have heard of collic. Kolic the definition basically is a baby under three months of age who
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