Relieving Abdominal Pain in Babies

by Shir G. Founder and CEO at Gutman Herbs

Abdominal Massage

The baby can be massaged all over the body to release it and create a release. When reaching the abdomen it is important to massage it clockwise.
Also, the first time we touch the abdomen a massage is done on the surface of the skin and as long as we persist with the massages we will go in a little bit inside (the upper limit for abdominal massage is ribs).
Massage the abdomen 3 times a day at least and not during an attack. The special abdominal massages can be learned in a baby massage workshop.

Bath

Bathing in warm water can be both a physical relief from the pain and a welcome distraction from them.

Breastfeeding Technique

Another cause of flatulence in infants can be due to incorrect breastfeeding technique, suboptimal perception of the nipple, or the way breastfeeding is managed.
These gases are the result of inhaling air while breastfeeding and can be treated with the help of an expert breastfeeding consultant.
It is important to do this as close to birth as possible to allow the baby to learn to suckle properly and effectively already in the early stages of its life.

Burps

Trapped air that does not exit and descends into the digestive tract can create gas.
Therefore, being careful about taking out burps may lower the chance that the baby will suffer from them.
In general and in carbonated babies in particular, it is recommended to take care of burps to prevent the air from entering the digestive tract.

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