Babies suffering with colic do have varying symptoms, however these are some of the typical features of colic:

• Baby often draws his knees up to his chest

• Baby may clench his fists

• Baby's cry is loud, continuous and intense and will last for hours

• Baby may go red in the face (flushed)

• Baby arches his back

• Baby's stomach may be swollen and feel hard

• Baby may hold his breath for short periods