How to Ease Stomach & Teeth Pain in Babies

Stomach and teeth pain are common culprits of a baby's discomfort. There are remedies parents can try that will help restore baby's smiles. Know the signs for stomach aches and teething in babies. If a baby is crying and fussy after a meal, drawing his legs up to his stomach, arching his back, or his tummy looks extended, it could be a sign of a stomach ache. The cause of stomach pain needs to be discussed with the baby's doctor. Common signs of teething are excessive drool, swollen gums, cheek rash, and the desire to chew on everything.

Things You'll Need

  • Over the counter medications (optional)
  • Washcloth
  • Teething rings
  • Teething biscuits
  • Frozen juice treats

Instructions

  1. Stomach Pain Remedies

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      Burp babies after feedings. If the baby is prone to gassiness, also burp every five minutes or so during the feeding.

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      Jo Frost, of Supernanny fame, suggests placing baby on her side with one of your hands under her. She should be leaning over slightly as you gently rock her. The pressure on her tummy can provide relief.

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      Massage baby's tummy. Karen Zeretzke of La Leche League International provides detailed instructions. See resources below.

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      Move baby's legs in a bicycling motion. This can help to relieve any gas pains.

    • 5

      Keep a log of mother's diet if baby is breastfed. Baby may be experiencing increased gas from something his mother ate or may be allergic to something in her diet like lactose or wheat.

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      Keep a log of baby's diet if he is on solid foods. Gas and stomach pains can be an allergic reaction that needs to be discussed with baby's doctor.

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      Provide baby with a soothing environment. A stressful environment can lead to increased gassiness in a baby.

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      Discuss with baby's doctor the possibility of giving her some type of gas drops.

    Teething Pain Remedies

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      Rub baby's gums with a clean finger.

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      Give baby a cool washcloth to chew on.

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      Give baby a teething ring. Experiment with different kinds. Some are designed to be cooled in the refrigerator for extra relief.

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      Buy teething biscuits to give a baby who is on solid foods. Supervise carefully as she mouths these as they pose a choking hazard. Frozen treats of baby juice can also be given to babies on solid foods.

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      Gently dry baby's chin from excess drool. Place petroleum jelly or lanolin on chin and cheeks to help reduce or prevent rashes.

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