A. Whilst reflux babies are all different and a doctor's advice should be sought to ensure that you choose the right product for your baby's particular needs. I have found that zantac is usually prescribed- and it is pretty horrid stuff to negotiate as you have to wait 15 minutes after giving it to baby via syringe before you can feed. I have always used Infant Gaviscon with my reflux babies and it has really worked for them. It is absolutely natural (made from crushed seaweeds) so you do not need to worry about your baby being on it for too long, and the powder is simply poured into baby's bottle and mixed before the feed so there is no need to wait an agonizing fifteen to twenty minutes of other options. You can get it over the counter in pharmacies (not in Scotland though strangely) but I would suggest that you talk to your doctor first and ensure that they think it is a good option for your baby to try. (Technically as it is just seaweed you should be able to ease baby off whatever you are currently using by overlapping- but again check with your doctor to make sure!).Another thing to try is our favourite- camomile tea. It soothes pain and calms baby so might reduce the distress suffered when reflux takes hold!
Also ensure that with a reflux baby that you never lie them completely flat- put a cushion under one end of their crib or mattress so that the head end is raised (imagine lying down with acid burn in your throat- you would want to sit up!)
Hope this helps.
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