RE: Chamomile tea for collicky babies?
I know that chamomile can be considered a strong herb, so I just want to encourage you to check with someone knowledgeable about herbal medicine (a midwife, naturopath, homeopath, etc) before giving your baby any herbal supplements. Sorry I don't know the answer myself. I have heard that eliminating wheat and dairy products from your diet can be very helpful with colic if you are breastfeeding, so that might be something else to try.
The other thing is just to make sure you've got plenty of support for yourself right now from other new moms or a postpartum doula. It won't get rid of colic, but it really might help with the "wits' end" part. If you haven't made contact with moms' groups or doula care, I encourage you to do that. You need TLC just as much as your baby does, particularly during such a challenging time.
Take good care of yourself, and I hope things become easier for you soon!
Rachel
Rachel
Mama to Abby (5) and Ethan (2)
When you know better, you do better.
-Maya Angelou