Since birth my 17 month old has had painful gas, bloating and constipation. Need remedies.?

Question

I have tried lactose free milk. Currently taking stool softener. She turns and twists in her sleep with pain and crys out. Has explosive farts. Picky eater and doesn't digest olives, corn, etc.

Answer 1

Since this has been going on so long, I'm going to assume you've discussed this with your health care provider. You should.

Babies this young don't need to be eating olives or corn. I would take her off all this grown-up food - not that it's the cause but most certainly could be aggravating her problem.

For 30 days, feed the baby nothing but over-cooked brown rice or fortified white rice. Put a clove of garlic in when cooking, then remove and discard the clove. No vegetables, apple juice or milk. If you feel she really needs protein, boil a small amount of lamb and then puree. Give her this no more than 2x weekly. For liquid, give her very small amount of pasturized goat milk or water from the boiled rice, pure water. If you want a small amount of sweetener, use rice syrup.

If the cramps continue for a time, make a tea using Spearmint, Dill seeds and Roman Chamomile. Put one teaspoon to each cup of boiling water. Steep the herb until water is just warm. Strain and give baby 1 teaspoon of the liquid as needed for relief.

Also try massage using 3 drops of oil of Chamomile in 1 teaspoon Almond or Olive oil. Gently massage over abdomen.

Once symptoms have subsided, introduce only one new food per week until you've identified all the culprits. There are probably several. Most common are corn, eggs, milk & wheat.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Since the child has had these issues since birth, I would see a pediatric GI specialist, or at least a GP as soon as possible.

Sounds like it could very well be something like Celiac Disease or a food intolerance to me. Recent studies have found that some dietary proteins that trigger a response in Celiacs can be passed through breastmilk, so symptoms for Celiac can start even with breastfeeding, surprisingly.

This situation is causing the child severe pain and more than likely malnourishment.

You NEED to see a doctor if your child has has these issues "since birth" and is not eating properly. She could also have structural abnormalities in her intestines. Please see an MD.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Please continue to feed your child well rounded nutritious meals. Do not put her on any single food diets. Many people, young babies included are very sensitive to the chemicals in foods. I would start to purchase organic foods and milk to give to your baby. Also, go back to the doctor and do not let them tell you everything is okay. Push them to see a specialist because if your baby is in pain then you know something is not right. It is normal to see some of a baby's food come out looking the same as it went in, so that is not a sign of allergy.

Answer 6

Looks like your baby isn't ready for solid food. Go back to the strained foods. More fruits and vegetables, less protein and oils.
No dairy. Let the digestive system develop fully then ease into the proteins and oils. If you want to try milk, get goats milk or good raw milk, but wait for the digestive tract to mature. Stay away from soy milk, it doesn't contain the natural bacteria.

Answer 7

the body doesn't digest corn,olives...for constipation i used dried apricots on my son just a little at a time and boy oh boy did he let loose!it's natural and can't harm the baby.also for gas try phayzime it worked wonders for us it comes in liquid form and doesn't taste too bad .all pharmacies carry there own brand and they work just as well!stay away from gassy foods,cauliflour beans broccoli,fried foods as well good luck hope it helps!p.s remember try just a few apricots at a time or you'll have a major load!:)

Answer 8

If your baby does not respond in prune juice, you can stimulate his bowel movement by incurring a rectal temperature. Ask your baby's doctor on how to properly do this. You can also opt for glycerin suppository for stimulation and softening of the stool. You can also try apricots and continue his bottle feeding.

Answer 9

First of all, this may sound gross but have you ever looked in the toilet after a bowel movement? Nobody digests corn! I would try some pear juice, apple cider, or prune juice. If this does not work try the infant gasX made I think by Mylanta.

Answer 10

WHY would you give a baby OLIVES in the first place? CRIPES. How about soy formula? How about talking to the doctor about what you can do for her? Some babies just have colic. They usually grow out of it. But don't feed her things like corn (which even adults can digest) or olives. No wonder she's sick.