We try to have parents, like you, recommend their doctors (please use the Directory and Contact Us with your recommendations, too). Sometimes, though, it is necessary to have research available to share with your health care provider. Here is a PPI Dosing Memo to review and share (link to printable version is on the page).…
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#136312189 / gettyimages.com Clicking here will take you to the “Selecting Treatment” page. This is where you learned about Diet (Breastfeeding and Formula Feeding) and Medicines. So now you know a bit about the different medications used to treat acid reflux/GERD (from the Medicines page, link provided above). And, you’ve addressed possible dietary issues (protein intolerances, allergies).…
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#156347274 / gettyimages.com Clicking here will take you to the Selecting Treatment page. This is where you learned about Diet (Breastfeeding and Formula Feeding) and Medicines. Now you know a bit about the different medications used to treat acid reflux/GERD (from the Medicines page, link provided above). You’ve addressed possible dietary issues (protein intolerances, allergies). It is time to…
DetailsWhy A Specialist? A Specialist should know how to treat GERD, infant acid reflux. A pediatrician is a ‘generalist,’ and knows all about well-visits, vaccinations, and ‘regular’ baby ailments such as (but not limited to!) a clogged tear duct, an ear infection, a virus, etc. Q &A For the Specialist After researching, you will find…
Details#184338897 / gettyimages.com The cells of the stomach contain pumps that produce acid to aid in digestion. During a reflux episode, the stomach acid comes up into the esophagus. It is the acid that makes the reflux painful. Your doctor may prescribe one or more medicines to control the acid in your baby’s stomach. Reflux…
DetailsI was so pleased to find your site. I have debated for quite a while on doing something just like you did. I have had 3 children – all with acid reflux. I have learned a great deal with each one of them & I would be glad to share some things with some of…
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6.20.2011 Newborn Advice (specifically colic and reflux) 1 A few months ago I received an email from a new mom who was having some challenges. She had seen a post of mine on the colic forum I follow. She was at her wits end. I sent her this email with all of the tricks and…
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