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Constipation

My baby is 2 weeks old and is suffering with constipation is there anything I can give him which will help him make poo ? I've gave him belly massage and all sorts but nothing works. Thanks

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Best formula for gassy baby’s that struggle to push out poop

Hello I need help asap what formula is best for a baby that is struggling with pain/discomfort in lower belly after feeds please she struggles to push to poo and she has overflow because of it she also screams due to gas she’s currently on SMA 1 and she’s 4 weeks old thankyou

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2 year old withholding stool

Sorry for tmi post. My daughter has been withholding her stool on and off since she was 8/9 months old. She went ages without doing it and is now doing it again. It’s really stressing me out, thought we’d overcome this but she always ends up doing it again. She’s not constipated either right now, but ends up becomin...

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Has anyone tried Nutramigen and how has your baby reacted to it?

I have been suspecting CMPA for my baby but have been ignored by the doctors who shrugged off his constant screaming as ‘colic’. Now my baby is 11 weeks tomorrow and started sneezing frequently the past 2 days and is in pain after every meal along with frequent spit ups, hiccups and constipation. He also barely slee...

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Burping

I can't get my BF baby to burp at all during night feeds. I'll try between both breasts but he either is too sleepy or crying 😓 then when I put him in next to me to sleep he will grunt loudly and not settle! Anyone else?

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My toddler hates baths, please help!

i’m not sure what to say honestly, this is my first post… my baby girl turned 3 in july, she use to love baths but for the past 2 years or so shes terrified, the second i start running the water she screeches and continues to cry the full time in the bath, she won’t sit down no matter how bad i try she just stands t...

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baby poo

Hi all, My one week old is pooing constantly. She’s bottle fed and seems to poo every time she is fed: it’s quite loose as well. My son had allergies so his poos were awful and I don’t really have anything to compare it to. Is this frequency normal? her poo is yellow colour? x

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My daughter is in constant pain

Hey moms, I need help! I need advise! My daughter has been dealing with stomach pain for the last three months. It hurts more now than it did three months ago. Her pediatrician treated her for constipation the first time I brought up her pain. I followed her directions perfectly for two weeks and she had zero im...

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Should i be worried?

okay so my baby is 4 weeks old today and 3 times today he’s had spit up/vomit come out his nose very forcefully. but it’s not right after feeding and it’s super thin and clear like water. i have no idea why he’s doing that. he’s also been VERY mucusy the last week or so. should i be concerned? i’m scared to put him ...

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Constipation

Hi mamas I have an 11 month old who has been having constipation issues for awhile. They come and go. Anyone have and recommendations to help? If done with the pediatrician told me pear,prune,apple juice and even water. Even had to try miralax but doesn’t seem to help my little one.. 🥲 anyone going through this or…

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How long does child benefit get approved online?

My husband just applied for the child benefit last Sep. 8 and until now we dont have any update. Any ideas? We applied online.

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Reflux help

Hi. My 6 week old is suffering from reflux (sicking up many times after each feed). Does anyone have a baby suffering from the same? Have you found anything to help? Thanks.

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2 year old constipation

HELP me please!! The last year my daughter has really been struggling with doing a poo.. I’ve been back and forward to the doctors many of times.. laxido and lactulose given on every visit!!! I’ve tried, warm baths, massaging her tummy, prunes, all the veg and fruit.. walking, warm water, fruit juice.. it’s been 12...

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Advice needed!

My 4 week old tonight had a bottle and I sat him up a bit more and honestly it felt like all the milk spurted out his mouth. He's never really done that before then at the next feed he was hungry and taking the bottle but seemed to scream after a few seconds of drinking. Has anyone had this before? Wind, reflux? I'...

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Mat B1 form

Hi mamas, Can I get my Mat b1 form digitally/via email? I travelled out of the country and won’t be back until well after baby is born. Thanks for your responses.

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Getting tongue tie cut

Does it hurt them? I’m worried sick, he’s 10 weeks old

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Baths while pregnant

So I am 12 weeks pregnant and wnat to take a bath so bad!! I don’t know if I’m aloud to or not, when I was pregnant with my first baby I didn’t have a bath so I didn’t have the option and now I do but I don’t know if I’m aloud to or not. Some one let me know pls 😭🤍

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Sick toddler, baby wearing infant, how do I poop??! 😩

Trying to keep my toddler away from my infant as she’s sick so I’m baby wearing but I have to poop 😩 what do I do? Can’t leave either of them alone

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Bath

Hi! How many times per week do you usually bathe your baby? So far I bathe her every evening but now that is cold I was wondering if maybe it’s better 2-3 times per week?

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5 months

My little girl is 5 months old is there a growth spurt around this time ? For the past couple days my baby has been very tired and all she wants to do is eat. It’s like 6 oz every 2/3 hours AND STILL WANTS MORE AFTER. I have her wait cuz I don’t want her to get a tummy ache

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