How to Relieve Baby Gas Quickly - By: Genesis D.

Your baby is suffering from baby gas and is screaming her head off . . . what can you do? As parents, we have more than our fair share of moments where we wish we could instantly relieve the pain felt by our children. Baby gas is just one of the things that you’ll run into, so it helps to prepare yourself. Pretty much every baby has gas at least once in their lifetime!

How do you know if your baby has gas?
He’ll be writhing in pain.
His face will likely be red.
He will probably be screaming.
He may pull his legs up to his torso.

Jiggling your little one on your knee is actually a great way to help those stubborn burps come out. Add in a firm patting on the back, just below the shoulder blades for more efficient burps. This will help shortly after your baby has been fed, but if you wait too long, that gas will have moved right through to the intestines, where it causes bloating and even more pain. To help your little one get rid of that baby gas, you’ll need to be a little creative.

Remember that gas does go up because it’s lighter than just about everything around it. So, if your baby’s bottom is up, it will be easier to get that baby gas out quickly. Newborns should never be turned around, they can be laid on your lap and gently have their legs moved up and down like they are pedaling a bike. For older babies who can hold their heads up, you can gently lift their bottoms so the gas can escape easier.

You can also try laying your little on her tummy on a slanted surface so her body aims downwards. Pat her lower back and you will soon hear that baby gas coming out. The massage and patting can also be very soothing to your infant. Gas is a bigger problem for some babies, while it barely affects others, so just because one child isn’t fussy, doesn’t mean you won’t need these techniques with the next one.

Gripe water can be a godsend when your baby is screaming in pain and needs relief. A few drops of this natural solution and you’ll have a happy baby again. Gripe water is the perfect baby gas solution and can be ordered online if you can’t find it in your local pharmacy.

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