Tips to Relieve Baby Gas

When a baby suffers from gas, its stomach is inflated with air. This can occur because of the immaturity of a newborn's digestive processes or when an infant has swallowed a lot of air while feeding.

Gas and related issues can start from the first few feedings and last through the toddler stage, often peeking between 4 to 12 weeks old as your little one’s digestive system changes and matures. 

This is when your baby may be the fussiest, and tummy trouble can seem overwhelming, but once they hit around the three-month mark, most babies can get through it and are easier to soothe or distract.

During the first few months, infants communicate mostly by crying, so it can be challenging to know if gas is the cause of your infant’s discomfort. Here are some common signs to look for that will likely point to gas in your little one’s digestive system.

Babies have many daily and night opportunities to swallow too much air. If you want to avoid your little one's gas pain, your best bet is to stop gas from building in the first place.

Knowing how to prevent gas buildup in babies’ digestive systems can make infants more comfortable and give parents and caregivers alike peace of mind. 

When a baby is sad, it usually results in crying, which can cause the baby to ingest more air. To soothe a crying baby, it is essential to comprehend the reason behind its crying and address its needs promptly. By doing so, you can help the baby feel more comfortable and at ease.

After preparing the perfect bottle of baby formula, you can effectively decrease the air your little one swallows by optimizing your baby’s bottle-feeding experience, which can help prevent gas and pressure in your little one’s belly.

✔ Try out different sizes/different types of bottles and nipples

✔ Tilt the bottle to a 30 or 40-degree angle so that the air rises to the bottom of the bottle

✔ Make sure your baby’s lips are on the broad base of the nipple and not just the tip

✔ Allow the formula to settle after shaking or mixing it

Keep your baby as upright as possible during bottle or breast feedings, at a 45-degree angle if possible. Consider keeping the baby upright during burping and half an hour after feeding to help minimize gas.

Burping your baby during and after feedings will alleviate the gas that enters an infant’s digestive system. Here is an easy burping position to prevent gas from developing.

Many babies are soothed by sucking; unfortunately, when a baby vigorously and frequently sucks on a pacifier, it can lead to gas problems. It should also go without saying that empty bottles or unattached nipples should be avoided altogether due to the large intake of air that can lead to painful bloating and possible digestive distress.

As a caregiver, it can be heart-wrenching to see a baby in distress due to tummy pain. The little ones cannot communicate their discomfort effectively, making it all the more challenging. 

However, multiple options are available to relieve the pain and soothe the discomfort caused by gas buildup. These solutions range from gentle massages to specific medications, and choosing the one that works best for the baby is essential. The key is to be patient and attentive; with time, the baby will return to their playful and happy self.

When an infant is in severe discomfort, simple exercises such as the “baby bike ride” can help move gas along physically. 

Simply lay the baby on its back and move its legs in an up-and-down pedaling motion. This helps move gas along physically and soothes and calms nerves in the intestines.

Rub your thumbs on your infant’s belly (just under the ribcage) using small circular motions. This easy technique can help move things by allowing gas bubbles to work through the intestines.

Lay your baby’s tummy across your knees, or hold your infant under its belly with your forearm. Gently massage the baby’s back. The pressure on your baby’s stomach can help relieve the pressure from gas and may also help reduce colic cries. 

Talk with your pediatrician about all-natural infant gas drops or gripe water. Many organic brands are safe for all babies, newborns, and up.

Gentle pressure on the baby’s tummy can help relieve gas. Waiting at least 20 to 30 minutes (or until gas starts) before doing tummy time will let the baby’s formula settle and keep the baby from spitting up. 

It is essential always to supervise your baby during tummy time. Be extremely cautious never to allow your baby to fall asleep on their stomach since tummy-sleeping puts babies at increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

A new baby's digestive system can often be sluggish and quickly build up gas due to an imbalance in the gut microbiome, a collection of beneficial bacteria. By giving infants probiotics and prebiotics to help correct this imbalance, parents and caregivers can help to reduce gastrointestinal symptoms.

After checking with your baby's pediatrician, you can add liquid or powdered over-the-counter probiotics and prebiotics made especially for infants to your baby’s diet. 

For organic prebiotics and probiotics specially designed to perfectly balance your baby’s gut flora and mimic the nutrition found in breast milk, caregivers often choose European baby formulas such as HiPP Dutch and HiPP German. Each nutritionally exceptional baby formula contains prebiotics and probiotics as standard ingredients. 

European baby formulas are designed for every age, stage, and digestive need. Special nutrition is available to help relieve the gas, bloating, and digestive discomfort many babies struggle with.

Options used most frequently for gastrointestinal symptoms are hydrolyzed, hypoallergenic, and A2 milk-based formulas.

HiPP Special Comfort has hydrolyzed proteins broken down into smaller fragments to make them easier to digest and absorb. It is perfect for infants who are experiencing bloating, constipation, gas, and painful colic. 

HiPP HA Baby Formula is designed for infants who cannot tolerate both cow’s milk and want to avoid soy milk-based formulas altogether.

This specialized nutrition contains proteins broken down partially or entirely through hydrolysis. As a result, the protein fragments are much smaller than those found in cow milk baby formulas. This makes it easier for infants to digest and helps the food move through their system more quickly, reducing the likelihood of experiencing gas, bloating, or pain.

Premibio Organic Vegan Baby Formula is a safe, healthy, and sustainable choice for infants, whether vegan, vegetarian, or omnivorous. This plant-based baby formula is dairy-free and specially designed for infants sensitive to cow milk. It helps to manage digestive worries such as gas and bloating, promoting healthy growth and development.

When a lactose allergy or intolerance causes gas, caregivers can turn to the gentle nutrition of A2 cow’s milk-based baby formula or full cream goat milk-based formulas. By choosing A2 milk, babies can still receive a more sensitive version of cow’s milk before completely switching to a different mammal. This small switch may be all your baby needs.

Several renowned baby formula brands in Europe provide a comprehensive nutritional solution for infants intolerant to cow's milk-based baby formulas. These formulas are enriched with A2 goat milk proteins, which offer a safer alternative to infants with sensitive stomachs, as they do not contain soy. 

Furthermore, goat milk formulas have a unique composition that makes them easier to digest for infants, significantly reducing the likelihood of gassy side effects commonly associated with traditional cow's milk formulas. 

Rest assured, infant gas is prevalent. A new baby’s digestive system is immature and, most of the time needs the support of a gentle touch and 100% organic nutrition to help relieve symptoms and discomfort.

It is good to know that if your little one’s nutrition contributes to painful digestive gas, My Organic Company has the best organic baby formulas to soothe and treat symptoms. They offer pure, clean, organic nutrition without harmful or toxic ingredients.