PURPLE crying/colic | the A to Z (or P to E) of unsettled babies

Summary:  Colic is an outdated term for a normal developmental stage in an infant's life. The acronym PURPLE crying describes the features Peak of crying – peak at 2 months, less in months 3-5, Unexpected, Resists soothing, Pain-like face, Long lasting, and Evening.    Although a normal phenomenon for infants, PURPLE crying is highly distressing for parents and therefore it is vital to check in with parents and consider admission for those at extreme exhaustion.    The mainstay for management is education and follow up for those who require it.    You don't want to miss: Differentials for unsettled babies Explaining the condition to families What to do when a baby is crying persistently Presentation Complications   Links and resources: Follow us on Instagram @yourekiddingright.pod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourekiddingrightpod-107273607638323/   Our email is [email protected]   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don't miss out on any pearls of wisdom and RATE if you can to help other people find us!   (This isn't individual medical advice, please use your own clinical judgement and local guidelines when caring for your patients)

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