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January 19, 2007 at 5:55 pm #22711

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I have another question for you all. Have any of you experienced this? Almost every time after my son finishes nursing, I pick him up to put him on my shoulder to burp him, and he almost immediately cries out as in pain. Then, he usually continue to fuss as long as I’m holding him that way. Sometimes he will settle down if I change him to a lying back position he will settle down, but not always. Also, he doesn’t seem to mind being on his back like other babies with reflux. Do you think that means something else could be going on? I just find it odd that he seems to be the opposite from most refluxers with the way he likes to be positioned. Actually, he seems to be unhappy no matter what most times (whether being held, put down, etc.). I feel like I can’t win. I wish I could just hold my baby and have him be content, but he usually isn’t. Any thoughts?

January 19, 2007 at 9:14 pm #22719

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Aidan always hated to be held like that but he LOVED it if I held him facing out with his back against my chest. Maybe it hurts his tummy for it to be against your chest? That was my thinking with Aidan. Also, he usually burped much better if I burped him in a sitting position as opposed to on my shoulder. Maybe try putting him in a snugli (or something) facing out? Aidan really liked that. good luck!!!

January 19, 2007 at 9:43 pm #22720

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That’s the same here. I have noticed that he enjoys facing out. He’s a little young to face outward in the carrier (mine says 3 months w/good head control). He will be 3 months tomorrow, so maybe I’ll try it and see how he does. He likes facing out in my arms for sure.

Thanks!

P.s. When did you know he was ready to come off the medication? Just curious for the future…

January 19, 2007 at 11:45 pm #22728

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When Bryce was that age I used to have to hold him laying down for at least 15 minutes after he ate before I picked him up or he would reflux, and spit up… I’m wondering if it’s just causing the reflux to come up in Caden’s throat and hurting him. Maybe try waiting awhile before you burp him? Just an idea.

January 20, 2007 at 9:06 am #22736

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January 20, 2007 at 10:32 am #22740

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Thanks so much y’all

I tried having him stay horizontal for about 15 minutes this morning before burping him and then burped him sitting up – much better!

Also, I’m looking into the soft carriers like Mobywrap and Hug-a-bub (Thanks for the suggestions!) They look really comfortable. I’ll definitely need to get that style carrier…wish I knew about them sooner.

This site is a lifesaver!
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