HOW IS INFANT REFLUX AND GERD TREATED?
Lifestyle adjustments are the first defense against reflux or GERD. There are simple things you can do to help diminish reflux episodes without even seeing a doctor. The first thing to start doing is provide smaller, but more frequent feedings through the day. It may seem like you are then spending all your time feeding the baby, but it will pay off in the long run as you will likely spend less time trying to console a screaming or puking baby. Next, keep baby propped up during a feeding, for at least a half hour after feeding and while sleeping. Avoid putting clothes on the baby that are tight or constrictive in the belly region and *thicken formula with small amounts of cereal. More lifestyle adjustments can be found here Medications are next in line if lifestyle modifications aren’t enough. • ANTACIDS: These neutralize acid in the stomach. Antacids do not decrease acid production, rather work by temporarily neutralizing the acid that is in the stomach at the time they are taken. The
