Colic refers to routine bouts of crying, during which your baby seems inconsolable, but with no obvious cause.Although the wailing can seem sudden, intense, and be heartbreaking to witness, it’s harmless, with a fifth of all UK newborns experiencing

'A baby who won't sleep can turn family life upside down. Mums feel exhausted and overwhelmed; dads feel helpless and confused. Understandably, you soon find yourself in a cycle of doing whatever it takes just to get a few hours' sleep - in my

the routine every night so it becomes a way of life for your baby. There will obviously be exceptions, such as holidays and if you go out for the evening. But carrying out the same routine when your baby is sleeping away from home will help her to settle more