The C-Word (COLIC!)

Back to the pediatrician today; although the nonstop-uncontrollable-screaming after eating has stopped, the discomfort and frequent screams have not. Without being an over sharing National Geographic mom, something is definitely wrong with my baby’s GI tract. Dr. Grimes also mentioned the c-word (NOT caner or the OTHER one, but COLIC!), but we don’t speak of such hellish things. He was also a little concerned that Brennon hasn't gained any weight since last Wednesday. So, today we begin the process of elimination to figure out what going on. We’re starting with switching to a lactose free formula, mixed with a little breast milk. He also suggested Hylands Colic Tablets because the Gripe Water and/or gas drops are not sustaining relief. The resident doctor also showed me some tummy soothing massage and stretches. She apparently had a difficult time as well (COLIC!) with her first babay and found that these techniques worked better than any med or product you can buy.

We shall see. I’m over the not sleeping, but the not sleeping in combination with inconsolable screaming is too much. However, I’m glad I listened to my mommy instincts because something is definitely going wrong. As a mom, there seems to be such a fine line between caring and crazy.



We did get all dressed up today in honor of back to school. Do you like my man-dals?