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[gosling]

I *can't* get sick. I can't. I can't. The baby needs me. Chip is still sick, but he *has* to go to work Monday.

The baby is up screaming all night, every night. He's totally digestively not coping, and the only position that doesn't hurt him seems to be completely upright. And so far I can't figure out how to sleep while holding him that way.

(He also completely flung himself out of Chip's arms, and I still don't know how Chip managed to catch him, so, as at this point my wrists have given out and keep shaking, I pretty much only dare hold him on the bed or somewhere else where if I couldn't hold on to him he'd be ok.)

I can't get sick. My whole body aches, but I *can't* get sick.

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[mamajoan.livejournal.com]

In addition to the other suggestions (especially putting him to sleep in the carseat -- that often does work), do you have a swing? If not, I have one that I can bring over for you. There were times when Isaac wasn't happy anywhere or anyhow, but he calmed right down when I put him in the swing.

Oh, also, have you tried putting him tummy-down? Either on his tummy on the bed/crib, or lying face-down across your arm or lap. A lot of colicky babies love that position. I know "everyone says" you're not supposed to let a baby sleep on his tummy due to SIDS, but Isaac always preferred it, and okay, I checked obsessively to make sure he was still breathing, but the point is, at least he did sleep!

Good luck!!!

[gosling.livejournal.com]

Thanks for to offer of the swing. :-)

We actually have one that I should (find a place to) set up for him.