Gripe Water for Babies
Gripe water for babies is commonly used in solving problems that usually occur in babies. These problems are something to expect when it comes to babies and nearly all mothers face them eventually: stomachaches, gas, reflux, colic, toothache etc.
This remedy has been in use for centuries. It originally came from Great Britain (although the man who made it was an American). Today it is being sold all over the world, but its ingredients have changed a bit, so today we do not use the same gripe water that people used decades before. Gripe water ingredients are not identical for all gripe water manufacturers but vary from brand to brand.
Still, there are ingredients that all gripe water brands have in common such are: alcohol, ginger, chamomile and sodium bicarbonate.Gripe water is applied in liquid form and you should follow the instructions for use to make sure you’re doing everything well. You shouldn’t forget that babies are very sensitive and it is extremely important to give your baby the right dose. Be very careful when measuring the dose – you do not want to give an overdose to your child. Regardless to its efficiency and healing quality, even gripe water should be dosed in right measure and within the limits that are appropriate for your baby’s age and weigh.
Today gripe water is an over-the-counter product and there are many places where you can buy it. Nevertheless you should ask the doctor for an advice. Don’t do anything by yourself and without previous consultation with the pediatrician.
There are many speculations about its actual effectiveness. Some people are quite convinced in its healing qualities while others have doubts and remain rather reserved when it comes to this remedy. However when your baby is in pain these moments are equally difficult for the mother, and she will try everything just in order to help her child. Since the gripe water is known for its calming qualities, mothers believe that there is nothing to lose by trying this remedy. This may be true, but again: do not apply it without your doctor’s advice.