Home Remedies For Newborn Stomach Ache and Gas

Kids have stomach pain every now and then. This usually is because the little ones eat anything anytime. But there are several other reasons which may lead to stomach ache in babies. However, the good thing is that it can be treated with some simple home remedies that provide relief to your tot in no time.

 

  • Warm Compress is the way to go. The best thing about it is it provides fast relief and does not have any side affects. If using a heating pad we need to endure that is warm and not hot. The heat will relax his muscles and provide relief from stomach pain.

         

  • Asafoetida or hing is also an effective remedy for stomach pain in toddlers. It eases stomach pain by aiding the release of gases from the body. Make paste with the hing powder and water and apply it directly to baby's belly button while ensuring the kid is lying horizontally on the back.  Mixing it with olive oil and massaging the baby’s abdominal area with it for some time can also provide him with quick relief.

          

 

  • BRAT Diet  Parents of toddlers aware of this diet if not you can get to know from here - Bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast (BRAT) diet can provide your kiddo much relief if he has diarrhoea.  These do not contain any spices hence would not aggravate the condition. Also, this bland diet is perfect for kids when they are sick and want something to eat that agrees with their taste buds.

         

 

If your tot has a stomach ache, make him lie down on the bed in a comfortable position. Lie down next to him and read out his favourite stories to divert his attention. You can also try the remedies mentioned above to provide him relief from stomach pain. However, if these remedies fail to work and your child is unable to move or the pain is accompanied by a fever, take him to a doctor and seek medical attention at earliest.

 

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