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Frequent/almost Constant Burping
Asked by K.T. from Los Angeles
on June 16, 2008
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My son has been burping frequently on and off for about 2 weeks now. It will get better for a little while, and then pop up again. He will start burping almost constan...
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- Are you absolutely certain that he is not just doing this as a stim? I don't have any autistic children but I do have a friend that does and once he learns a behavior,...
- Kudos to you for finding a great life!! I don't know anything about autism but try getting his system more alkaline than acid. There is a product called Perfect ...
- Based on my own experience, I would also suggest you try giving your son probiotics and yogurt (if he's not dairy sensitive). And ease up as much as possible on refin...
Infant Burping
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on August 15, 2009
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My son is just 3 weeks old and I am a first time mom having difficulty with his burping. He sometimes burps right away but 90% of the time it is a real challenge to g...
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- My kids were babies a long time ago now, but I think we used to lay them on our laps on a towel and pat them on the back. We also used the over the shoulder method, bu...
- are you waiting until the very end to burp? i would stop him in the middle of his bottle to burp & then at the end. if you already stop at the middle then i would sto...
- Hi MM, I am a NICU nurse as well as postpartum nurse and mom to four daughters. I often help set up new mothers at home after preemies and mulitiples as well, help ...
Help!!!
Asked by S.S. from Miami
on August 21, 2006
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My son, Nathanael, has been extremely clingy for the past two weeks. I mean, before, I could wash dishes and cook dinner and him not make a peep, then he will fuss be...
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- My husband left to go work out of town when our daughter was 4mos, so I know how you feel, trying to do everything yourself. We couldn't use the carriers. I tried th...
- It is ok that your son cries sometimes. You cant get stressed or freak out-they will feed off your emotions....have him where YOU(he does not nec have to see you) can ...
- My daughter went through that too, and even now at 11 months some days are better than others. Every one says it will pass, they'll get over it, and so on. Let's put i...
Getting a Burp
Asked by K.L. from Los Angeles
on August 7, 2009
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I have a 4 week old who is breastfed. I have a very difficult time getting her to burp. Does anyone have any good techniques to elicit a burp? I find that she is ge...
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- hey there, the burping thing really caused me a lot of anxiety. I started with what the doctor recommended, Mylekon(I think that's how it's spelt. I changed when I r...
- Try placing your baby on your knee/leg, place your hand on the babies tummy and pat on the back with the other hand. Always works for me and I had the same troubles!-w...
- A nurse taught me this trick with my daughter: with the flat of your hand, rub her back in small, vigorous circles, then pat maybe ten times, then repeat. You want to ...
Another Multiple Question Request
Asked by S.T. from Kansas City
on June 7, 2009
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just wondering, on average, what is a typical age when you no longer have to burp your baby. My son is, sometimes, burping on his own when i sit him up. He is 2 1/2 mo...
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- As far as burping goes, I think I burped my daughter until she was four or five months old...but I think as long as he is burping, you are okay. Maybe he doesn't need ...
- I used Disney cradle cap shampoo on my daughter and it worked really well. I just applied a small amount to her scalp and massaged it with a soft bristled tooth brush...
- My oldest, now 11, had cradle cap. I was told to use a little baby oil on her head and then wash her hair/head with a dandruff shampoo. I used a teeny bit of Neutrog...
Fussy Baby =( (Updated)
Asked by M.B. from St. Louis
on October 8, 2008
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I just recently switched my baby to formula, not by choice I just couldnt keep up with him. I did it gradually in hopes that he could get used to the formula and it w...
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- I think I would talk to the pediatrician and see about a different formula, your little one may have allergies. If it is gas pains and nothing more there is a drop ca...
- Enfamil Gentlease is a WONDERFUL formula!!! Our son was premature and due to his significantly low weight they made us supplement some feedings with formula (Neo Su...
- Gas drops worked wonders for us. They get so much more air in their tummy on a bottle then they do breastfeeding. Stop him half way through the bottle and try to burp ...
Burping up Lots of Breastmilk - Why???
Asked by C.T. from Cleveland
on May 21, 2009
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My son is 2 months old, and he burps up A LOT after breastfeeding. I don't believe that it's my diet. He's my 8th baby to breastfeed, so I know that certain foods af...
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- Hi C., Both of my children spit up a lot but my first was the worst. He spit up after every feeding until he was about 7-9 months old! My friend jokes saying I used...
- Hi...I would ask your doctor about acid reflux. That's a very common issue with little ones (which I wasn't aware of). Our daughter had an upper GI done to check for...
- I started to write you the other day but did not have time to finish. Congratulations on your 8th! I had one son who did spit up a lot but never had weight problems,...
I Have Been Nauseas for 3 Weeks and I'm Not Pregnant! Help!
Asked by N.K. from Chicago
on October 23, 2008
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Hi,
I have been nauseas the past three weeks. I have been dry heaving and have vomited twice the first week. I also have been burping more often than usual too. ...
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- N., Could it be stress or your nerves? Maybe there is something bothering you deep inside. You said you are buying a house. That is stressful right there. Go away...
- If it continues, I would have your stool tested for parasites or e-coli, salmanella. Ask your physician how to go about doing this.
- I think it makes sense to get yourself to a gasterenterologist(sp?) asap....your gen prac. did not sound very helpful...time to see an expert. Well wishes.
Infant Does Not Burp
Asked by M.L. from Chicago
on December 3, 2006
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Hello! I am not sure if I should be concerned, but my three week old does not burp. He's only burped three times in the past few weeks - and that was on his own. He...
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- HI, take a big towel and put it in the dryer. Heat it up until it is warm(not hot) than wrap your baby in it. Also after feeding him lay him down on your knees on his ...
- I agree with the other moms. My kids never burped and they were fine. Also, they had their fussy moments. That was a part of their newborn lives. Don't try to force bu...
- M.: Relax... if he needs to burp he will. I have seen many mom's spend much to much time tring to bup their babies. If he needs to burp.. he will. Babies ca...
Infant Having Constant Burp Attacks
Asked by Y.K. from New York
on August 29, 2008
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My 7 week old is suffering from a normal thing like having constant burps from feedings. every time i nurse her i burp every few minutes to reduce her from having air ...
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- Hi, Congrats, I have a six week old daughter. You should keep her upright for 15 minutes after each feeding and keep her slightly upright while feeding. Make sure sh...
- Have you tried speaking to her doctor? It sounds like an allergy or reflux, both of which could cause gas and fussiness.
- My daughter was having bad gas/burps as well. My pediatrician said not to OVER burp her... just do it once in the middle and at the end (she was bottle fed).... and n...
