Fussiness And Gas in Babies

Does Fussiness And Gas Mean There Could Be a Feeding Issue?

In many cases, a baby's gas and fussiness can be related to feeding issues, such as:

• Sucking in too much air or gulping too much formula at once while bottle feeding
• A still-developing digestive system that could be making their tiny tummy more sensitive
• An allergy or food sensitivity to something in the breastfeeding mom's diet
• A sensitivity or allergy to cow's milk-based formulas

When to call your doctor: You'll want to call your healthcare provider if your baby isn't gaining weight or has excessive gas and fussiness accompanied by other issues such as reflux, diarrhea, or white, red or black colored stool. These indications could be related to a potential cow's milk protein allergy or other medical condition.

What Can I Feed My Baby If They Are Fussy And Gassy?

If you're feeding your baby formula, your doctor may suggest switching to one designed to ease gas issues, such as Enfamil Gentlease or Enfamil Enspire Gentlease. If your baby has cow's milk protein allergy or lactose sensitivity, your doctor may advise using a hypoallergenic formula or a formula specially designed for lactose sensitivity. If you're breastfeeding, continue to do so but try to identify if there are certain foods in your own diet that could be contributing to your little one's gas troubles.