A baby with colic will cry inconsolably at about the same time everyday. They may tense up their muscles and act as if they are in pain. According to the Mayo Clinic, "Colic affects as many as 25 percent of babies" (see Reference 1). If you're a parent with a colicky baby, you may feel like there is nothing you can do or give them to help, but research suggests that treating a baby with probiotics may help. Probiotics are cultures that help support the immune system and aid in digestion. They help keep a natural balance of "good" bacteria in your infant's digestive tract, which helps keep the digestive tract healthy. If you want to try probiotics to help your infant with colic, there are infant formulas and supplements available.
Gerber Good Start Protect PLUS
This formula contains Bifidus BL, which is a form of probiotics. Bifidus BL helps support a healthy immune system by protecting the natural digestive tract barrier and increasing levels of important antibodies. This formula is available in powder form in a 12-ounce and 24-ounce size. Intended for babies ages 0 to 12 months.
Walgreens Probiotic Cultures with Iron
This formula contains probiotic cultures to help support your infant's immune system. It is available in powder form in a 12 or 24-ounce size. Intended for babies ages 0 to 12 months.
Flora Udo's Choice Infants Probiotic
This supplement contains seven types of bacteria strains to support your baby's immune system. It includes Bifidobacterium infantis, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Bifidobacterium breve. These three types of Bifidobacteria can be the most beneficial to infants and are found naturally in breastfed babies. This supplement comes in tablet form in a 2.64-ounce size. Intended for children ages 0 to 5 years.
Baby's Only Essentials Probiotic
This supplement contains three strains of bifidobacteria: B. breve, B. infantis and B longum. These strains produce natural compounds that increase intestine acidity so your baby's body can prevent accumulation of harmful bacteria. This supplement comes in a powder form in individual .04-ounce packets. Intended for children age 1 year and older. Product instructs you to consult your health-care physician if you want to use it for infants less than 12 months old.
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