What is colic?

Colic is one of the most common feeding problems in young babies. No one is entirely sure exactly what causes colic but possible reasons include; immaturity of the digestive system, trapped wind, lactose intolerance and the balance of gut bacteria. Maternal smoking also appears to play a role How do you know if your baby has colic?  Crying in young babies is quite normal and babies cry for all sorts of reasons, such as being hungry, having a dirty nappy or being unwell. Symptoms of colic include;Lots of crying Screwed up eyes A flushed face Clenched fists Legs pulled up to...

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How to choose a breast pump

Manual breast pumps work by mimicking the sucking action of a breastfeeding baby. A cup pad is placed over your nipple and air is hand-pumped in to create a vacuum over your breast that stimulates milk flow. Your milk is collected in the attached container to be stored and fed to your baby when it's convenient – great if you have returned to work, or are away from your baby. Choosing a manual breast pumpProsLightweight Compact – easy to fit into your handbag Quiet Simple-to-use mechanism Cheaper...

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