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1 month old sleep- someone who has experience pls
So my 1 month old has been fighting his naps-- takes 1-2 hours to fall asleep and wakes up 30-45min laterNighttime sleep is good, probably bc he's exhausted from not napping much in the day
I've been doing nat phos 6x for 1 week now for silent reflex (arching back, no spit up, hiccup every feed, hoarse voice). Half a tablet after every feed.
This has gotten much better as he doesn't arch back anymore but sometimes fussy after a feed-- not sure if it's gas or still silent reflux?
Is there another remedy to try to help with his sleep?
He's still on nat phos 6x and probiotics
I breastfeed- no dairy, no gassy foods
Sometimes I take arnica 30c for lower back pain-- so does that effect him?
He's better when we hold him and walk around, but fussy when we sit him down.
Thanks!
If there's someone who has experience with this please
Mariarico on 2016-12-05
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Hi :)
I am a mom of a 13 month old. I breastfeed and have had my share of sleep struggles! It can be so frustrating :(
For starters maybe look at tweaking the nap schedule? Sometimes getting up earlier in the morning and trying I get him down for a nap just before you think it's time can help.
I love Nat Phos 6x ...and all the Cell Salts, they're so helpful.
I wonder if you tried Kali Phos 6x for him a few minutes before each meal. Also one whole tablet should be fine, the less handling of it you do the better. Or if you dissolve it in a little water and just spoon a tiny bit in his mouth that would be even better.
And for yourself, have you tried Mag Phos 6x for your back pain? (Instead of arnica.)
Also, unless a doctor told you (if so then never mind this) but if you take the probiotics I would be better than giving it to baby. He gets antibodies through your breastmilk anyway. :)
I am a mom of a 13 month old. I breastfeed and have had my share of sleep struggles! It can be so frustrating :(
For starters maybe look at tweaking the nap schedule? Sometimes getting up earlier in the morning and trying I get him down for a nap just before you think it's time can help.
I love Nat Phos 6x ...and all the Cell Salts, they're so helpful.
I wonder if you tried Kali Phos 6x for him a few minutes before each meal. Also one whole tablet should be fine, the less handling of it you do the better. Or if you dissolve it in a little water and just spoon a tiny bit in his mouth that would be even better.
And for yourself, have you tried Mag Phos 6x for your back pain? (Instead of arnica.)
Also, unless a doctor told you (if so then never mind this) but if you take the probiotics I would be better than giving it to baby. He gets antibodies through your breastmilk anyway. :)
rom109 7 years ago
And to answer your question about arnica, yes if you take a remedy the baby gets it too.
If I were you I would not take a homeopathic remedy while breastfeeding unless directed by a homeopath.
The 12 Biochemic Cell Salts are different than remedies. You can take more than one and you can take them up to every 5 minutes for acute problems, or 3 or 4 times a day for chronic problems.
Here is a link to the PDF guide book I use for Cell Salts. It's so helpful!
schuessler.pdf " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.campbellmgold.com/archive_health/biochemic_handbo...
Also I looked at your older posts and noticed you BF via pumping. Have you tried switching the bottle type you use? My favorite is the Munchkin Latch. It is the most similar to breastfeeding in that it does not let the baby swallow as much air.
If I were you I would not take a homeopathic remedy while breastfeeding unless directed by a homeopath.
The 12 Biochemic Cell Salts are different than remedies. You can take more than one and you can take them up to every 5 minutes for acute problems, or 3 or 4 times a day for chronic problems.
Here is a link to the PDF guide book I use for Cell Salts. It's so helpful!
schuessler.pdf " rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.campbellmgold.com/archive_health/biochemic_handbo...
Also I looked at your older posts and noticed you BF via pumping. Have you tried switching the bottle type you use? My favorite is the Munchkin Latch. It is the most similar to breastfeeding in that it does not let the baby swallow as much air.
rom109 7 years ago
Thank you
What would kali phos 6x do for baby?
I've already switched bottles and nipple level. And I'm aware of his wake time. He only lasts about 1 hour awake and then he starts to yawn, so that when I go upstairs.
Today he will fall asleep and he seems tired but won't sleep longer than 40 min, even with me trying to rock him back. He won't fall asleep again, just lightly in my arms but as soon as I put him down he's awake
Just want something to help calm him and he seems very fidgety..I've been giving colic Cocyntal for babies, which helps his gas but still won't settle down to sleep
What would kali phos 6x do for baby?
I've already switched bottles and nipple level. And I'm aware of his wake time. He only lasts about 1 hour awake and then he starts to yawn, so that when I go upstairs.
Today he will fall asleep and he seems tired but won't sleep longer than 40 min, even with me trying to rock him back. He won't fall asleep again, just lightly in my arms but as soon as I put him down he's awake
Just want something to help calm him and he seems very fidgety..I've been giving colic Cocyntal for babies, which helps his gas but still won't settle down to sleep
Mariarico 7 years ago
Take a look at that link I put. It explains all the cell Salts. Kali Phos is #6
It works primarily on the nerves, generally would help for someone who is overtired due to too much mental stimulation. There are more symptoms. The one I am thinking of has to do with discomfort after eating, which is found under Kali Phos, I believe.
Seriously I feel for you. My son was exactly the same way. And then he started teething at 2 1/2 months and it got worse lol
Half my day was spent trying to get him to nap. The best consolation is knowing that everything is just a phase and being in the moment with your little one is the best medicine in the end.
An herb you can try is Lemon Balm. It is very soothing.
Do research on it ...and anything anyone tells you! :)
It works primarily on the nerves, generally would help for someone who is overtired due to too much mental stimulation. There are more symptoms. The one I am thinking of has to do with discomfort after eating, which is found under Kali Phos, I believe.
Seriously I feel for you. My son was exactly the same way. And then he started teething at 2 1/2 months and it got worse lol
Half my day was spent trying to get him to nap. The best consolation is knowing that everything is just a phase and being in the moment with your little one is the best medicine in the end.
An herb you can try is Lemon Balm. It is very soothing.
Do research on it ...and anything anyone tells you! :)
rom109 7 years ago
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