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By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician

Watching your baby suffer from the symptoms of tummy troubles can be distressing.

Because babies are born with immature digestive systems, they may experience episodes of colic, constipation, or spit-up during their first months.

When you’re a new parent your baby’s cries can be overwhelming. Remember it’s a new world outside the womb and your little one is adjusting to his new surroundings.

Infantile colic is characterized by intense, uncontrolled crying or fussing in an otherwise healthy and well-fed baby.

Did you know? Up to 20% of healthy babies may cry inconsolably during their first weeks of life. This is often called ‘colic’.