Monday, May 3, 2010

Common symptoms of acid reflux or GERD in babies

Here are some of the most common symptoms of acid reflux/baby GERD

crying during feedings
arching head and back while eating
frequent spit up/often curdled in appearance and continues long after feeding
Does not like laying down flat- sleeps only in car seat or bouncer or upright against you
gulping/swallowing noises
choking/coughing
frequent wakings when sleeping/ poor sleep habits
refusing to eat or wants to eat all the time
bad/sour breath
hiccups
frequent/constant or sudden crying
scrunches up legs/ acts like they are in pain

If your baby has several of these symptoms I urge you to visit and discuss them with your doctor!

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