Thank you for all the helpful advice and encouragement that you gave me for the "reflux". I put that in quotes, because I am learning that I don't think he technically has acid reflux (still a little confused about all that). It is comforting to hear other moms say it will get better. I love how the blogworld can become an instant support group! I just thought I would give an update just in case you were wondering. If you're like me, I am always so interested to see how other moms are doing with situations that I have been through. Anyway, I would definitely say things are a little better, or not worse anyway. I have cut out milk products (for the most part). It seems to help some, maybe. The nighttime is starting to get better, which is huge for my sanity. He goes right back to sleep after each feeding. I usually hold him upright for awhile, but then when I cannot stay awake any longer, I put him down. (Doesn't sleep in his swing very well) He still spits up some after that, but the more relaxed and sound asleep he is, the less he spits up. And usually it doesn't seem to bother him too badly. That is why I agree with everyone about the meds, until he is miserable, I think we're okay without them. The only time it seems to bother him is every now and then after a feeding, he is crying, arching his back, pulling up his legs, etc. Eventually he will get the spit-up out. But this is maybe once a day. (Often around the dinner hour and that is just fussy time anyway)
So, that is about it for the update on the spit-up. I thought I would post some pictures to show that he is clearly gaining weight-no problem.
Ellie and Luke are still eating him up. And he has given us a few real smiles and even a little cooing. So fun!
On Wednesday, two of my best friends from college (Kelly and Laurahelen) came for a visit. Kelly had a little boy (Turner) at the beginning of December and she brought him along so he and Andrew could have their first playdate. Mom had Ellie and Luke most of the time so that we could actually have some conversation. It was so fun and such a breath of fresh air! Laurahelen cooked an awesome dinner and held both of the babies quite a bit. She said it was a vacation for her, and it was for me as well, so I think we all benefited from those couple of days.
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I am glad to hear things are getting better but just beware that there are always going to be good days and bad days. Also keep in mind that it can take up to a month for milk and dairy to leave yours and your babies system so it may not really starting getting great for awhile.
Unfortunately some times it is way more then just dairy in your diet. If you baby is anything like mine she ended up being "Sensitive" to a lot. Garlic, Oats, prenatal vitamins, milk and soy that is just a few. So if your little angel is not getting better with in a month of you cutting out dairy I would start looking at other things in your diet.
I know this seems like I am typing a lot and I am for a reason. I know exactly how hard it can be to deal with a baby like this and I have vowed to help other mothers that are in the same situation.
Also if reflux babies are in pain from eating they tend to go on feeding strikes. My daughter did this all the time. Once or twice a month at least. Which is why she is still really little. She never lost weight but never gained well even after nursing around the clock.
They sell pillows for babies with reflux that are softer to sleep in then swings might be worth it to look into. I think they are called AR pillows you can google it.
Once again I am really sorry for typing so much but like I have said before I really know what you are going through and feel it is my duty to try and help cause it would have been nice to have someone telling me these things. I sure wasn't getting any good advice from all the crappy Dr. and specialist I have seen.
Awww...he is SO cute!!! :) That is so funny that he spits up but isn't losing weight! :) Those pics. of him with Ellie and Luke are so cute! :) And how fun about yoru friends coming! :)
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Sounds like things are improving - i'll hold off on sending my oppinionated message to you on facebook - that is until you ask!!! Sending well wishes your way.
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