The inability of some babies to pass wind is no joke as, according to experts, it can have dangerous consequences not only for their physical well-being but also for their mental health later in life.
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A Brazilian doctor went massively viral after teaching mothers a “life-changing” massage technique to make their babies fart
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Parenthoodis a milestone that, for many, is wrapped in love, joy, and a fair share of sleepless nights.
“Babies cry because they can’t communicate in any other way,” Eduardo said. “That’s why pediatric osteopathy is so important; it’s a discipline completely dedicated to treating and understanding their pain.”
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Initially, Eduardo treated patients in person only, teaching his massagetechniquesto mothers with amazing results. The effectiveness of his treatment made him very popular through word of mouth alone.
Seeing a growing demand for his knowledge, the doctor decided to create a program calledMães que Curam(Mothers That Heal) and to share his techniques for free on hisInstagrampage.
Dr. Eduardo’s popularity has soared in recent years, going from 352,000 followers to over 2.1 million in 2025
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That number palesin comparisonto the one he had in 2025, with a follower count of over 2.1 million users after the doctor’s videos went viral on various social media platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook.
“Never in my wildest dreams I would’ve imagined I would get so happy from someone else farting until I became a mother,” wrote one of his followers.
According to experts, acertain degree of abdominal pain and colic is normal, but parents should be on the lookout for any abnormalities or excessive crying
Bored Pandaspoke with pediatricianMariana Elbergwho,in a similar fashion toDr. Eduardo, has dedicated her social media presence to teaching parents how to alleviate their babies’ pain.
“Complications will mainly depend on the cause of the colic,” Dr. Elberg explained.
“Many babies experience colic or abdominal pain due to immaturity, which is normal; however, the risk lies in missing other causes such as allergies or malformations.”
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Elberg also sharedhertips on which movements mothers and fathers can perform to provide immediate relief for their toddlers.
“Flex the legs and use one hand on the abdomen to make circular movements in the direction of a clock, applying gentle pressure,” she explained. However, she warned parents to cease the massage if they notice the pressure triggers crying or irritability.
“In these cases, it’s advised to stop and consult with a professional.”
While the effectiveness of treatments such as massages and chiropractic treatments on babies has longbeen studied, experts have acknowledged thatmore should be doneto share that knowledge with mothers and fathers.
“It’s a neglected area of research,” said Joyce Miller, a chiropractic pediatrician from the University of Bournemouth, UK.
Miller conducted astudythat showed early intervention for infant colic can have long-term benefits. Research indicated that infants who suffer from colic may be at risk for later developmental and behavioral challenges.
These include hyperactivity, anxiety, depression, and withdrawal, as excessive crying causes a great deal of trauma to an infant’s psyche, internalizing their distress and resulting inbehavioral problemswell into adulthood.
“Untreated post-colicky infants demonstrated negative behavioral patterns at 2 to 3 years of age,” Miller wrote in his paper. “Conversely, parents of infants treated with chiropractic care for excessive crying did not report as many difficult behavioral and sleep patterns of their toddlers.”
“These findings suggest that chiropractic care for infants with colic mayhave an effect onlong-term sequelae,” Miller added.
“It’s all about nurturing healthy, happy little humans from the very start,” Dr. Eduardo explained.
By teaching parents how to naturally alleviate their babies’ discomfort, the doctor’s program not only promises more peaceful nights but also aims to prevent potential behavioral difficulties down the road.
Beyond just making babies fart, osteopathic and chiropractic techniques for babies, such as the one Dr. Eduardo shares, empower families with the tools they need to nurture their children from the very start.
Comments and information in Portuguese were translatedinto English for this article.
“I wish I knew this!” Viewers took to social media to praise the doctor for his work and for sharing his techniques
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