PedsDocTalk Podcast
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6: The Fussy Newborn - The PedsDocTalk Podcast
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 disc...
The Fussy Newborn (Colic and more)
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.
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