Stomach ache is a disorder that often affects babies. How do you know if your baby has a stomach ache? What are the causes ? Treatments and solutions to relieve it.
A baby with a stomach ache is noticeable by crying, squirming and passing flatulence. When in doubt, it is always best to see a doctor. Determining the cause will make it possible to put in place the adapted treatments to soothe your baby’s tummy. Why my baby has a stomach ache at night? And after the bottle ? What to do ?
Your baby cry suddenly? It becomes everything red ? He squirms? Does he fold his legs? Does it emit many gases? If you recognize your baby in this description, he most likely has a stomach ache. Depending on the age of the child, the cause is obviously not the same.
Why does my baby have a stomach ache at night?
If your child has a stomach ache at night, the pain wakes him up and he loses weight, it could be a sign that he has a infection. It is therefore recommended to consult a doctor.
Why does my baby have a stomach ache after the bottle?
Many babies suffer from colic. These seizures are common for up to three months. They are a sign that the baby’s intestine is still immature, it is in full construction. His abdomen may be bloated and colic may be accompanied by gas. Colic can also cause constipation, bloating, and heavy stools. Some babies also have difficulty digesting lactose or cow’s milk protein. Don’t hesitate to talk to your doctor about it. He can tell you the adequate milk to adopt avoiding the milk waltz.
What are the other causes of stomach ache in babies?
“The most common cause of stomach ache in children is constipation“ says Dr Béatrice Di Mascio, pediatrician. If the colic are common in infants, stomach aches in older children may be a sign of an emergency. “In children from about one and a half to three years old, stomach ache can be the manifestation of a gastroenteritis, of one strangulated hernia or a urinary tract infection”, details Dr Béatrice Di Mascio. These diseases are emergencies that require rapid treatment. Moreover, in case of appearance of blood in the stool, it is recommended to consult a doctor quickly. Some babies also have a stomach ache from a intolerance cow’s milk or celiac disease.
What to do when baby has a stomach ache?
If the diet proves to be the cause of the stomach ache, then the food responsible for the pain must be eliminated. “To relieve a baby who suffers from the bellythe most effective way remains the light massage in the direction of clockwise to help him evacuate the gases”, recommend the pediatrician. If our grandmothers recommended placing a warm hot water bottle on the belly, it is now a prohibited practice because of the too great risk of accident. THE probiotics are also helpful. Also be careful not to overfeed your child. Depending on the babies, they may also be relieved when they have their stomach resting on the forearm or their legs bent lying on their knees. I’swaddling, to be performed in a physiological position, can also relieve it. Also try walking with baby in a sling. You can also talk to your doctor about setting up treatment homeopathic or of adapted herbal teas.
Tricks can, in some children, prevent the onset of stomach aches in children. For example, it may be useful to opt for ae anti-colic teat in order to limit the absorption of air by the child when drinking. Also make sure he drinks the right amount for his age. do not exceed the daily dose recommended. You can also make him small massages before sleeping.
Thanks to Dr Béatrice Di Mascio, pediatrician in Paris.