Ways To Help With Baby’s Digestive Discomfort
How To Soothe Stomach Upset In Babies?
Your baby got digestive troubles causing him long bouts of crying, discomforts, vomiting, and changes in bowel habits and stool consistency?
Read on to spot simple yet effective tips for handling some of the common tummy upsets among infants:
- Increase your baby’s tummy time or place him facedown along your forearm, and gently squeeze his abdomen to help release some of the gas trapped inside.
- Lay your baby on his back and gently rub his abdomen in a circular motion. This kind of massage is very soothing and effective in reducing colic symptoms.
- Check your baby’s position during breastfeeding and make sure you hold him in an upright position – with his head higher than your breast.
- Nurse your baby before he cries, so you can prevent excess air from going into his stomach while gulping and fast sucking.
- Give your baby time to burp during and after breastfeeding. To burp your tot, you can, either place him on your lap with his head higher than the rest of his body, hold him upright on your shoulder or let him sit upright on your lap with your hand under his chin.
- Make sure your baby’s diaper is not too tight and doesn’t put any pressure on his belly.
- Nurse your baby at close intervals and in small easy-to-digest quantities.
- Be careful with your diet while breastfeeding, for some types of food may upset your baby’s tummy, and it’s best to avoid them or minimize them.
- Move your baby’s legs in a circular motion as if he’s riding a bicycle. This exercise can stimulate his bowel movement and alleviate his gas pain.
- If you suspect constipation is the cause behind your baby’s discomfort. Try to enrich his diet with pears, plums and green peas that can soften his stools, unlike bananas, apples, rice and carrots.
Digestive discomforts are an integral part of your baby’s overall growth. Don’t worry about them, just be patient, wise and calm when dealing with them and trying to reduce their impact on your life and your baby’s, and don’t hesitate to contact the doctor whenever you feel the need to.
Read More: Tips To Wean A Baby At Risk Of Allergies
Related articles
Colic and crying
Babies cry. Some babies cry more than others. If your otherwise healthy baby is under five months old and has repeated bouts of uncontrollable crying, it could be colic.
2 mins to read
How can I help my baby when they have colic?
Even though people have told me that colic in newborn babies is harmless and temporary, I feel so stressed seeing my little bundle of joy in tears .
2 mins to read
Why Is My Child Constipated And What Can I Do To Help?
Constipation In Babies: Causes and Remedies
2 mins to read
Finding out why babies cry
Wondering why babies cry? If you’re struggling to understand what your baby is trying to tell you, check this list for possible clues to help.
2 mins to read
Introducing Solid Foods To A Baby With Reflux
How Do You Feed A Baby With Reflux?
2 mins to read
Watch out - diarrhoea!
My baby has had diarrhoea for two days. Is this normal or should I be seriously worried? Is it possible to avoid diarrhoea?
2 mins to read
Baby tummy problems
Baby tummy problems? If only they could tell you what’s wrong. Until we locate a baby whisperer, here are a few ways you can help an unsettled baby.
2 mins to read
Pumping And Storing Breast Milk - Everything You Need To Know
How To Pump And Store Your Breast Milk
3 mins to read
Tips To Make Diaper Changes Fun For Your Baby
Stop The Diaper Change Battles!
2 mins to read
Physical Activity and Child Health
What are the benefits of sports for children? How can you encourage your child to practice sports?
4 mins to read
Baby sleep routine tips
Baby sleep routines can vary enormously, often causing poor parents many a sleepless night. Here are some bedtime routine tips to help your baby sleep through the night.
1 min to read
Foods To Avoid In A Baby’s First Year
Foods That Can Be Unsafe For Your Baby's First Year Of Life
3 mins to read
Avoid These Mistakes While Giving Your Baby An Oil Massage!
Don't Make These Baby Massage Mistakes!
3 mins to read
Baby's vaccinations. Is a booster due?
My baby is due for their first vaccination, and I must admit I'm not really sure about it all. Which ones are compulsory? Which ones aren't? I'm afraid it will hurt my baby.
2 mins to read
Make every bite count for baby’s healthy growth and development
Starting your little on solid foods is quite a milestone! Since his tummy is so small, and breastmilk is the main source of his nutrition, at 6 months of age he will only be taking small tast
3 mins to read
Tips And Tricks To Give Medicine To Babies
How Can I Get My Baby To Take His Medications?
2 mins to read
Why more iron at 6 months?
On turning 6 months old, it’s natural that your baby’s iron stores start depleting. Hence it’s important that you give your baby iron-rich foods. Read the article to know more.
1 min to read
Baby massage
Baby massages are great for getting baby ready for bed and soothing tummy troubles. Find out what to do with this baby tummy massage breakdown.
2 mins to read
How Many Naps Does Your Baby Need?
Baby Naps: The First Year
2 mins to read
