For example, there is little iron in breast milk, but it is present in a very usable form. Fluoride is known to be important for development of healthy teeth, but little research has been done to show how important fluoride is in the first six months of life. Supplementation should begin two weeks after birth. Colic Colic is a condition that affects some newborn infants. Colic is a disorder where the infant displays intense crying and irritability for which there is no obvious cause.
Many babies go through stages of inconsolable crying after feeding.
Some may even vomit. Colic may be a result of something baby has eaten or something mother has eaten that appears in her milk. Although most babies get fussy or appear colicky at times, it may be worth seeing if some type of food is causing it. Also, practice some comforting techniques, such as rocking your baby or talking or singing softly to her. Loving Environment Babies grow well in a variety of situations.