My eldest son had colic so I can totally relate to you. It really is a tough time for parents and I think especially for us that are with them all day.
I used to take DS out in the pram and he would scream (of course) and I would be worried about others judging me for not comforting my little screamer. But I knew I was doing all I could to help him and try and keep my own sanity. So get out there and walk. Exercise your body and get some fresh air into those fabulously strong lungs your baby has developed from all that crying.
I think its totally normal for you to feel frustrated about the situation. Of course, we all want to have the baby that eats and sleeps and coos. My youngest son doesn't have colic and I feel so blessed to have an 'easy' child. What you're going through is ultra challenging! But your son will grow out of this and you will have a happy baby soon.
My advice to you is buy some good ear plugs! That way you can cuddle your son nice and close to you, giving him all your love and not get hearing loss. I'm serious!
Melanie - I am so shocked at what your MIL said to you. How unhelpful! I was lucky enough to have my mum stay with me for the first 4 weeks and she is mum of 5 and grandma of 9 and she had never heard anything like it before. But god bless her she walked the floor boards with him of a night and showed me how to be patient and persistant.
Last edited by sunbeam koala; August 18th, 2007 at 05:06 AM.
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