Chamomile Tea for Babies

When babies cry, we assume it is natural. Often, these infants cry for want of mother's milk. This is normal and there is nothing to be anxious about. Crying is the only medium by which babies can convey their needs. In fact, doctors say that crying is beneficial for the baby. However, in some cases, the crying does not seem to stop. This indicates that the baby is experiencing some sort of discomfort. Now, is there any away to stop a baby's endless cries in such a situation? Well, chamomile tea has come to the rescue, during such circumstances.


Babies that cry longer than 3 hours are said to be colicky infants. Although the exact cause behind uncontrolled crying is still not known, doctors, after doing extensive research, are of the opinion that this unusual behavior may be due to an upset stomach and the best way to resolve these digestive issues is through chamomile tea. The healing properties of chamomile tea have been used for years to get restful sleep. It is also used to relieve stress and anxiety. No wonder, a recent research revealed that over 1 million cups of chamomile tea are consumed daily. Many people drink it before going to bed as it promotes sleep.

As mentioned before, babies crying endlessly may be because of stomach problems such as gastrointestinal discomfort. As the pain subsides due to intake of chamomile tea, the baby may soon stop crying that is unbearable to parents. Studies have shown that chamomile tea has been quite effective in putting an end to episodes of colic in babies. Lukewarm chamomile tea is a good remedy for common stomach ailments in babies. This herbal tea will soothe the pain and relieve stomach discomfort. Too much gas in the stomach often makes the baby cry incessantly and this may be accompanied by frequent episodes of hiccups. All these issues may soon go away after giving your baby a small amount of chamomile tea.

When it comes to calming a colicky baby, chamomile tea has become the first choice as it has garnered a lot of positive word-of-mouth. Chamomile is well-known for its sedation properties and so its usage can also help to treat sleeping problems in babies. Making a colicky baby fall asleep has never been so easy before, thanks to medicinal effects of chamomile tea. Today, more and more moms are relying on chamomile tea to soothe their little ones.


An upset tummy in babies and toddlers can surely be brought under control by giving them chamomile tea. But many parents are concerned about the safety of their baby and often ask 'will chamomile tea cause any adverse effects?' Believe it or not, allergic reactions (skin rashes) associated with the use of chamomile tea are a rarity. To keep side effects at bay, parents need to ensure that chamomile tea is made from the purest form of the chamomile herb. So, it is essential to buy the herb from a trusted source.


One pediatric study conducted in Italy, convincingly proved that tea made from different herbs benefits to calm colic infants. In the study, subjects in the age group of 2 to 8 weeks and suffering from colicky symptoms were randomly put on placebo and tea that was a blend of a number of herbs including chamomile, licorice, fennel, vervain and mint balm. Every bout of colic in infants was treated with 1 - 5 oz serving of herbal tea. Depending upon the number of episodes of colic, the tea was given once, twice or thrice in a day. Infants who were given herbal tea showed much better improvement in their symptoms than those taking placebo. This clearly proved the efficacy of chamomile and other ingredients in relaxing a colic baby.


A point to that you are making chamomile tea for a baby and not an adult. Hence, make sure that the tea you prepare is not strong. Instead of regular strength tea, you need to give a weaker tea to your baby. Many prefer to dilute full strength chamomile tea with cold water before finally giving it to the baby. Also, a cup of tea is absolutely unnecessary to relieve the infant's discomfort. In most cases, a tablespoon or two of mild lukewarm chamomile tea is enough to calm the bay. Instead of tablespoon, one may use a dropper to feed the baby.

On the whole, instead of giving over-the-counter medicines to your baby, the use of chamomile tea is a better option. Chamomile is one of the few substances that can be given to babies with an unsettled stomach. When chamomile tea for (colicky) babies is given 3 times in a week, bouts of colic may not be noticed after a month. This herbal tea is definitely by far the safest remedy to stop a baby's colic problems.