I breastfeed, but have to supplement some. At first I was supplementing with similac advance and my baby was fine. I decided to try a sample of enfamil lipil, which is when the gassiness and constipation started. The gentlease did not help. Should I switch back to Similac advance or will it make it worse by switching again? I was using the ready to use with the similac and when switching to enfamil I used the powder. Would that have anything to do with it? What should I do? Should I just stick with the enfamil and wait for things to get better or should I try switching back?
2007-03-12 11:05:54 · 10 answers · asked by Michele C 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I did the exact same thing and my son was 6 weeks old. The Enfamil made my son gassy and very constipated. It scared me really bad. My pediatrician said to switch him back. I did that and within 24 hours he was back to his old self. Try that and see how that works. Good Luck.
2007-03-12 11:21:30 · answer #1 · answered by thaonecleopatra 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No harm in switching back if the gas is caused by what you are using now. Sounds to me like you are supplementing a lot, or it wouldnt be that big of an issue.
My daughter had a dairy sensitivity, so she couldnt have any formula with milk in it. There are several other formulas on the market that cater towards baby that have a hard time digesting them. There are soys and other types that are broken down into smaller "particles" to help.
2007-03-12 18:11:42 · answer #2 · answered by banderson 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's no problem on switching back to another formula, but always ask your pediatrician before. A good idea to deal with gas is Mylicon Gas Drops or using another formula like Enfamil Gentle Ease
2007-03-12 19:01:54 · answer #3 · answered by nenaramirez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son eats the Similac Isolmic advanced and he gets bad gas. I would be careful about switching formulas too much. Talk to your doctor for the expert advice!
2007-03-12 18:21:01 · answer #4 · answered by jrenee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always ask your doctor before switching formulas, that way when something like this happens you can ask his or her advice.
Try switching back, if it doesn't go away by switching back call your doctor and explain everything and see what he/she says.
Good luck! We went through a lot of gas and constipation with my son until he was about 8 months old.
2007-03-12 18:20:26 · answer #5 · answered by E's Mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not a problem switching back if u want to but gas shouldnt be a problem u want them to let that out but as for the constipation thats a problem if shes gassy and constipated that doesnt make sense to me maybe its one thing thats causing the gas and another causing the constipation try to switch and see what changes... i would
2007-03-12 18:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by alvarez53403 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a baby tums (liquid drops) available any where. It is awsome. Whenever your baby shows signs of uncomfort give a few drops and watch the relief. I think its called Yummy Tummy.
Ask any pharmacist at walmart or any grocery store. They will know what your talking about. Dont leave home without it.
2007-03-12 18:17:45 · answer #7 · answered by tammy lou 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I formula fed my son. He had gas/stomache issues with all different kinds of formula. We ended up getting something that was $7 for a reg sized can, but well worth it. It ended all his issues of formula. I wish I could remember the name of it for you. It was among all the other formulas, but was the highest priced for that size.
2007-03-12 18:20:17 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes
2007-03-12 18:32:15 · answer #9 · answered by Marc J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL BAD GAS HAHAHAHA BECAUSE U HAV TO SMELL IT HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
2007-03-12 18:09:18 · answer #10 · answered by ashley 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋