Even if a newborn is often in good health, they are not immune to minor discomforts as they grow. Learning to identify and quickly soothe these little ailments helps calm the entire family.
Summary- Baby ailments #1: stomach aches and digestive discomforts
- Baby ailments #2: first falls and small bumps
- Baby ailments #3: teething pains
- Baby ailments #4: scratches, scrapes, and other daily annoyances
- In summary: simple gestures to soothe baby's first ailments
Baby ailments #1: stomach aches and digestive discomforts
Recognize signs of colic and digestive discomfort
Digestive pains are common during a baby's first year of life. Especially in the first few weeks, then during the introduction of solid foods. The immaturity of the newborn’s digestive system is largely responsible: things develop gradually. Baby twists, grimaces, pedals, and pushes with their legs? Your instinct tells you the answer: these are indeed signs of digestive discomfort!
Simple gestures to soothe baby
Here are some simple reflexes to incorporate into your daily routine to soothe your baby:
- Perform small circles clockwise with Calm'Bidou Organic Oil from birth
- Apply it after diaper changes or during a calm wakeful phase (avoid crying spells)
- Gently bring baby's knees toward their belly to facilitate gas evacuation
- Give a warm bath at the end of the day to help them relax
💡 Parent tip: If in doubt or if symptoms persist, always consult your doctor.
Baby ailments #2: first falls and small bumps
Secure the baby's environment
Even very young children can sometimes topple over and become little aspiring stunt performers! For example, during the learning of crawling or walking. Secure your home’s areas (table corners, non-slip mats, etc.), but don’t forget: these small bumps are part of discovering the world.
Relieve baby with appropriate care
Keep the Bio Badaboum oil within reach. It’s the favorite of many parents: based on arnica and helichrysum, it soothes bumps and bruises from 3 months old. Thanks to its roll-on format, it can be applied directly to the skin, without massage.
Baby bumps n°03: teething pains
When do the first teeth appear?
Teething usually begins between 3 and 6 months, but every baby develops at their own pace. Some are even born with a first tooth!
These teething episodes are often accompanied by irritability, excessive salivation, redness on the cheeks, and can affect your little one's sleep (and... yours!).
Relieving the first teething pains
Although there is no miracle cure to completely soothe teething, here are some simple gestures to gently relieve your baby:
- Gently massage their gums with the Bio First Teeth Oil from 3 months, composed of a blend of calming vegetable oils and essential oils,
- Offer a cooled teething ring for a soothing effect.
- If your baby is eating solids, place some pieces of fruit or breast milk in a teether,
- Provide a reassuring presence and cuddles to help your baby through this phase (spoiler: carrying sessions can help and promote the secretion of oxytocin!)
➡️ To learn more about teething, check out our dedicated article!
Baby bumps n°04: scratches, scrapes, and other everyday ailments
Don't panic: minor bumps without seriousness
Baby’s nails grow quickly and can cause scratches, just like toys or everyday discoveries. If you are breastfeeding, you may have already noticed how formidable their tiny nails can be!
In summer, the delicate skin of babies also tends to attract mosquitoes.
As your baby develops motor skills, they start crawling and going on all fours. This is often a sensitive period for their knees, which can easily get scratched.
A gentle and quick solution
For small cuts, scratches, scraped knees, or injured elbows, the Bio P’tits Bobos Oil is ideal. Its roll-on format makes it so easy to apply, even for a moving baby from 3 months old!
Formulated with essential oils of cistus, rose geranium, and fine lavender, this stick promotes skin healing and is suitable for the whole family!
In summary: simple gestures to soothe baby's first bumps
Minor bumps are an integral part of a baby's life and daily routine for parents. Whether it's digestive discomforts, small falls, teething episodes, or scratches, learning to identify and gently soothe them helps calm the whole family. By adopting simple gestures, using appropriate products, and providing a reassuring presence, you support your child in their discovery of the world around them.
