Developmental Milestones

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

What is colic? Does my baby have it? What do I do?

Hello parents and readers,

The following is a one hour long audio radio interview I did on colic and how to treat colic. I was interviewed for a parenting website... www.parentinghq.com

http://www.knowledge-spot.com/phq/michellechrastil.mp3

Remember to stay calm while you try to soothe your upset baby. Infants react to their parents stress levels. They feel most calm when there caregiver can model being calm in a stressful situation.

Parents feel free to tell us about your experience dealing with a colicy baby.

Sincerely,

Michelle

Michelle Chrastil, MA CPD NCC
Honest Family Services, LLC.
www.honestfamilyservices.com

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