Colic, reflux and unsettled baby support
ACP Vicky performing a full medical assessment in our Cheshire clinic
Are you worried about your baby’s crying, feeding, or discomfort? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Our Advanced Clinical Practitioner is here to support you with compassionate, expert care – Supporting parents across Cheshire, Shropshire and beyond.
At Serenity Baby clinic we know how distressing the symptoms of colic and reflux can be and how this can impact on the entire family, stopping you from enjoying those newborn weeks.
That is why Our Colic, Reflux & Unsettled Baby Clinic was set up. The clinic is led by expert Advanced Paediatric Clinical Practitioner (ACP) Vicky, who will medically assess your baby to ensure nothing has been missed putting your mind at ease. She will then come up with a plan, working along side you to help you to understand and manage your baby’s symptoms, so you can get back to enjoying your new family member.
If you have niggling concerns or have felt dismissed, trust your instincts and book an appointment or call us to discuss today. Appointments are held in our Cheshire clinic just outside of Nantwich
How We Can Help you?
We can support you with any newborn concerns you may have including:
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Constant crying or suspected colic
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Symptoms of reflux
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Feeding worries (breast or bottle)
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Wind, discomfort, and tummy issues
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Poor sleep linked to discomfort
- Suspected allergies or intolerances
- Skin concerns
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If you are worried about your baby’s generally unsettled or distressed behaviour
Our approach is holistic, we recognise that feeding, digestion, sleep, and development are all closely connected and we look at the whole picture not just the symptoms.
What happens at the appointment?
Your appointment will be 30 minutes or 1 hour long and you will never feel rushed, it will always include:
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A detailed review of your baby’s medical and feeding history.
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Discussion of symptoms, patterns, and triggers
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Assessment of growth, development, and overall wellbeing
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Consideration of conditions such as reflux, colic, or cow’s milk protein intolerance
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Clear, evidence-based recommendations tailored to your baby
We will advise you on any next steps, including whether further medical input or treatment is needed.
What happens next?
We will make sure you will leave your appointment feeling heard and with:
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A clearer understanding of what may be causing your baby’s symptoms
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A practical plan to support feeding, comfort, and settling
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Guidance on when to seek further medical care and onward referrals if needed
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A personalised plan tailored to your baby and your parenting preferences
- A prescription for treatment if appropriate
- Follow up call to check how things are going
- Follow up appointments available, unlike the NHS there is no limit to the number of times you can come back for support
Get in touch today to book your appointment and take the first step towards a more settled, comfortable baby
£95 – 1 hour dedicated appointment with a follow up call
£49 – 30 minute appointment
Further follow up appointments available
What can you do at home to help with the symptoms of colic and reflux?
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Frequently asked questions
What is an ACP? – An Advanced Clinical practitioner (ACP) is an experienced nurse who has undertaken an additional masters level qualification that enables them to sit within the medical team in the NHS. They are trained to fully assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe and manage your care independently. Vicky is a paediatric specialist (children), so not only is she able to medically assess your baby but you also get the experience and compassion of a nurse who has cared for countless families in your position – Think of her as the best kind of blend between a doctor and a nurse… you get medical assessment and treatment you need delivered with kindness and care.
Can Vicky give me a prescription for my baby? – Yes she can. If it is appropriate and the right treatment Vicky can write a private prescription which you can take to a pharmacy and get filled – the pharmacy will charge you for a private prescription. Alternatively, Vicky can include the recommended medication in your GP letter and you can request your GP prescribe this for you, this will be covered under your NHS prescription charges, which are free for babies.
What is colic? – Colic is an umbrella term for a set of symptoms that babies often suffer from, it is not a diagnosis. Colic often appears at a few weeks old (Around 6 weeks) and results in babies crying unconsolably for hours each day which is usually worse in the evenings. This term is given to this ‘upset’ when medical causes for the crying have been ruled out. It is one of the most difficult newborn issues that parents have to deal with, it can be very stressful and exhausting.
What is reflux? – Reflux is where the contents of your baby’s tummy come back up the food pipe (oesophagus) and this makes baby very uncomfortable because it is scary for them when this happens and those contents include stomach acid too, which can burn and cause pain.
What happens if Vicky decides my baby needs a paediatrician assessment or tests? – If Vicky finds anything she is concerned about or she thinks needs further investigation during your assessment, then she will give you a detailed letter to take to your GP so that you can access a referral to the tests you need. Vicky is well known and respected within paediatrics locally.
Paediatric (Children’s) health clinic
We also offer appointments for children between the ages of 0-16 in our paediatric health clinic, supporting parents with common health concerns
