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What is gripe water good for?

Joel Warsh, MD
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Dr. Joel Warsh is a board certified Pediatrician and the Owner & Founder of Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine in Los Angeles, California. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Warsh specializes in holistic and integrative medicine. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, a Master’s degree in Epidemiology and Community Health, and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Thomas Jefferson Medical College, where he was elected president of the Jefferson Pediatric Society. Dr. Warsh then completed his Pediatric Residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA), where he received the George Donnell Society Research Fellow.

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Gripe water is a natural remedy that can help ease a baby's fussiness due to constipation, bloating, or gas. It's a good first step for those things because it usually contains natural ingredients.

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How can I stop my baby crying over the phone?

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Talk in a soothing voice and let the baby feel your presence. Sing to them or talk to them the way you normally do when you're around them.

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What if I have tried everything and nothing works?

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Contact your pediatrician, as there could be a medical issue that you're not aware of. Remain patient and calm at all times.

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What can I do if I think that the baby if crying because she misses her mom?

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Try to distract her by giving her toys, singing to her, etc. If this doesn't work, just let her cry it out. She will eventually soothe herself or fall asleep.

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I saw a video of a dad chanting Om, which is the sound used for meditation in order to make his infant stop crying. Could this actually work?

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If it worked in the video, it might work for your baby, you could try it. Or, just make silly noises and gestures, as these can make the baby laugh.

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Should I use the cry it out method?

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You should talk to your pediatrician and make a decision that works well with your philosophy.

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Can stroking a baby's head softly help?

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Yes, most babies will find this soothing.

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Why should you wash your hands before you change a diaper?

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This should be done because your hands may contain germs which can enter the baby's body and cause illness.

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