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A crying baby isn’t a good situation for anyone. Everyone wants to help the baby, but it’s hard to tell what the cause it. Sometimes it seems like nothing will help. A very common reason for an upset infant is simple gas. New parents may be surprised by how often this problem occurs. This can happen because of undigested food or by swallowing too much air while eating or crying. The causes are pretty simple, but the result can be a lot of discomfort for a baby. Luckily there are some things parents can do to prevent and relieve their child’s gas or upset stomach.

Foods to Look Out For

Stopping the problem at the source is usually the best solution. When an infant is breastfeeding, it receives all of its nutrients from its mother. This means that the food the mom eats is ultimately passed onto the baby. When a child is old enough to eat solid foods, the effects of those foods are even more direct. Here are some foods to avoid or at least have in moderation when mom is breastfeeding and baby is eating solid foods.

Foods that produce gas:

  1. Leafy Greens
  2. Milk
  3. Cheese
  4. Yogurt

Foods that can irritate a baby’s stomach:

  1. Citrus Fruits and Juices
  2. Tomatoes
  3. Strawberries

What to Do to Relieve an Infant’s Gas

Even when certain foods are avoided, gas can still happen. While nursing, a baby can take in a lot of air bubbles along with the milk. That air builds up in their stomach and causes added pressure. Colic Calm has a lot of suggestions on how to help a crying baby, whether the cause is gas or some other reason. Here are a few natural solutions to try when a baby’s crying may be the result of excess gas:

  • Simethicone Gas Drops – These products are sold over the counter and are supposed to make burping the baby easier and more effective. This treatment only work with gas bubbles that are at the top of the stomach and in the esophagus; it doesn’t help with gas in the intestines.
  • Burping – There are a lot of different positions to try when burning a baby, some of which may be more effective than others. Whatever the position, remember to be gentle when patting baby’s back and to be patient.
  • Baby Exercises – Putting the baby on his or her stomach can help break up gas in their stomach. Another “exercise” to try is to put the baby on its back and gently pump their legs like they’re riding a bicycle.

It’s important to pay attention to a crying baby and to be patient when looking for solutions. There are a lot of possible causes for a baby’s discomfort, and it can be frustrating when the solution isn’t obvious right away. Luckily, there are a lot of solutions to try at home. With enough time, parents are sure to find a solution for their child and have a happy baby.


Drew Hendricks

Drew Hendricks is a tech, social media and environmental addict. He's written for many major publishers such as National Geographic and Technorati.

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Drew Hendricks is a tech, social media and environmental addict. He's written for many major publishers such as National Geographic and Technorati.

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