| Could gas be making my baby fussy? | | | More than half of all newborns suffer from infant gas within the first two months of life. Gas bubbles can often cause discomfort, leading to crankiness and crying. Many babies suffering from infant gas pull their legs up, lying in a curled position in an effort to relieve the discomfort. Infants' MYLICON® Drops can provide safe, effective relief for your baby’s gas. | | How can I prevent my baby from getting infant gas? |   | - Avoid "gassy" foods such as beans, bran, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, caffeine, and onions while you are nursing. These can cause your infant to get gas.
- Avoid feeding your baby cow's milk, as it can cause infant gas. Talk to your pediatrician about other options.
| - Make sure the nipple is the right size if you are bottle-feeding. If the nipple is too large, it will make your baby eat too fast; if it's too small, it will cause your baby to gulp air.
- Burp your baby every one to two ounces during feedings, or before switching breasts if nursing.
- Burp your baby up against your shoulder, face down across your lap, or sitting upright on your lap, supporting her head and chest as you gently pat her back.
- Avoid jostling or playing vigorously with your baby after feedings.
- Encourage quiet time after your baby eats.
- If baby is prone to getting gas, don't forget, MYLICON® is safe enough to give with every feeding*.
* Use only as directed. Do not exceed 12 doses per day. | | | | How can I relieve my baby’s gas? |   | - Hold your baby gently, but securely, over your arm in a face-down position, known as the "gas hold."
- Give your baby an anti-gas medicine to break down gas bubbles.
| | | | MYLICON® - #1 choice of pediatricians and moms for infant gas relief | | | | Pediatricians choose Infants' MYLICON® Drops for safe and effective relief of infant gas. Infants' MYLICON® Drops work gently to break down gas bubbles in minutes and are safe because they are not absorbed into your baby’s system. Infants' MYLICON® Drops contain no saccharin, no alcohol, and no artificial flavors. Infants' MYLICON® Drops Non-Staining Formula also contains no artificial colors. | | |