Control a Gastric Problem in Newborn Babies - Consult your baby's doctor. This step is crucial in controlling your baby's gastric problems because a doctor can diagnose the problem and prescribe treatment.
Breastfeed your baby if possible. Research shows that breastfed babies have fewer episodes of gastroesophageal reflux disease (also known as “reflux” and GERD). Breast milk is more easily digested than other types of milk and empties from the stomach quicker, which reduces the amount of time the milk can irritate the baby's stomach.
Control a Gastric Problem in Newborn Babies
Try an over-the-counter colic or anti-gas treatment like Gripe Water, Colic Calm or Mylicon drops upon your baby's doctor's approval. These treatments can be found in the baby section of a drugstore or grocery store.
Massage your baby. Place your baby on his back and run your hands from the top of his chest down towards the top of his diaper and repeat with the other hand, and keep repeating as long as your child is comfortable. Your pressure should be firm, but smooth and not hard enough to cause pain. Alternatively, you can run your hands clockwise around his belly button to encourage digestion.
Bicycle your baby's legs. While she is lying flat, take her feet and one at a time, gently bring her knee toward her chest. Repeat with the other leg, and keep repeating as long as your baby seems comfortable.
Newborn bodies, being so tiny and so new, often have some issues to work out before they start to work like clockwork. A gastric problem is a problem related to the stomach, but some people use this word to describe anything related to the digestive system. Before using any type of home treatment with your child, consult his physician. Medical advice on the Internet cannot be substituted for professional medical treatment. Keep in mind that sometimes, time is the only thing that will help your child, and despite your best efforts, your child might have to grow out of this phase. - by eHow
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