Not helping anymore…

Yes, it does matter. More of the medicine will absorb if it is given on an empty stomach, and waiting the 30 minutes is important because once the medication is in the bloodstream the full meal is needed to activate the drug.

Is he only getting one dose per day? That may work for him, but most babies seem to need at least two doses and three is even better.

Yes, you can give it before his second feeding. If he eats at 6:00 you can give it to him at 9am and then feed him at 9:30. That should work well. I do think two doses would be better than one. Maybe give the other dose at 6:30 pm before his 7 pm feeding.

All babies are different in how much they need, so I wouldn’t worry about how much he’s eating; just whether he’s comfortable or not.

Thickening is controversial. Some say it helps keep things down. Does he throw up/spit up alot? Some (like me) use it because their babies choke on thinner feeds. Some use it because of slow weight gain, and some say it helps keep acid down and reduce pain. It’s really trial and error. I personally wouldn’t thicken unless absolutely necessary because it often causes more problems, like gas, and consipation.

Also, keep in mind that many of us have found that our babies need higher doses than most doctors are comfortable prescribing. If you don’t see improvement in two weeks time he may need a higher dose.

I know it’s a lot to take in and very frustrating. I hope things improve soon.