A Conversation About Gut Immaturity, Feeding, Fussiness, and Colic

Infant colic is a relatively common, self-limited condition that is nonetheless distressing to caregivers, increasing the risk of postpartum depression, anxiety, and abusive head trauma. The management of colic focuses largely on providing counseling and support to caregivers, tasks that often fall to pediatric healthcare providers. Knowledge about colic diagnosis, management, and caregiver support is critically important for clinicians who provide care for infants.