Colic, Gas & Baby Digestive Health | Parenting Tips for NZ Families

Are you unsure if your baby’s crying is due to colic or just tummy discomfort? Learn the key signs, gentle soothing strategies, and when to seek advice, tailored for NZ parents.

Looking for natural ways to support your baby through colic? This gentle guide covers practical tips like feeding adjustments, probiotics, massage, and calming routines to bring comfort during those long, unsettled evenings. Created for Kiwi parents navigating the newborn stage with care and confidence.

If your baby cries for long stretches in the evening and nothing seems to help, you are not alone. This guide explores what colic is, why it often appears in the early months, and how many New Zealand families gently navigate this stage with care, support, and reassurance.

Infant colic and reflux-like symptoms can be difficult to tell apart. This guide explores the common signs, possible causes, and gentle support strategies many New Zealand parents use to navigate this early phase with confidence and care.

Understanding the reasons behind a baby's cry is crucial for parents as it's their primary way of communicating their needs and wants. Common causes of crying include hunger, dirty diaper, sleepiness, discomfort, overstimulation, illness, pain, gas, colic, and reflux. Responding appropriately to a baby's cries can help soothe and comfort them. It's important to remember that crying is a natural behaviour for babies, and with time and practice, parents can learn to identify and address the causes of their baby's distress.