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lilysmom
lilysmom | March 2007

HELP ME!!

The baby is screaming her head off. There doesn't seem to be anything wrong with her, but she just wont go to bed... she acts exhausted, rubbing her eyes, laying on the floor with her bottle, etc, but for the past few nights i've had to let her scream herself to sleep, and i don't think i can handle one more night of it. I've changed her, rocked her, played with her, cuddled with her, fed her, bathed her... everything i can think of that might be wrong, but she just won't stop screaming. I even gave her some camillia, cuz she does have a tooth coming though, but nothing helps. OMG i'm going nuts.
help me please!!



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Stormalicious
March 2007 | Stormalicious
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I'm not sure what camillia is, but my daughter is having the same problems (she isnearly 8 months old) and it has just begun as well.  She too is teething and i think this is all that is bothering Shilah.  I just BONJELLA which is a gel that comes in a tube (smells n tastes like licorice) and it gives her instant relief when i rub it on her gums in the effected area - hope it helps and you find the problem....


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MYLENE
March 2007 | MYLENE
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Hi Ms. Lily,

Probably your baby needs to burp...or she have painfull tummy..we this kind of liquid liniment for baby i dont know if you can buy that in your place or you can buy that in your drug store we called it acete de manzanilla. This is very effective.How can i send you?

 



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      peachynowamum
March 2007 | peachynowamum
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we call it infants friend here and it works wonderfully for colic....
but i wonder have you tried taking her for a walk around the block in your stroller... because when all else failed that always worked for me or even a drive in the car....


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libbylincoln
March 2007 | libbylincoln
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ur baby may be colic my oldest used to scream as if in pain and nothing stopped him i gave him colic care which helps babys realease the excess air and he was fine after that i would take ur baby to a doctor to be sure.


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Magz
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | Magz
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My son did that to me and his problem was a mild case of reflux

He ended up needing soy milk till he was 12months old

My youngest daughter did the same after a plane trip she just wouldnt sleep for a week straight at night my ex had a new job to get 2 and no one got any sleep we were beside ourselves

I ended up getting someting from the chemist (after a lengthy chat and a few tears) to get her sleep pattern back to normal  1 dose and life was good !!!

I have never needed to do that with any of my other 3 and never have since

I hope you have a great Dr that will help you,,, If not what about where you go get her weighed,,,they would have some suggestions on who you can go talk to

I know the ones here have helped a few mums i know with different problems

I hope you get it sorted soon  good luck hun !!!! :)



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samantha
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | samantha
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she might be haveing trouble getting her wind up, have you tryed patting her firmly on the back for a while when she is over your shoulder, otherwise there may be a medical reason, my brother cryed alot when he was a baby and then they found out there was something wrong with his kidney, and was crying cause he was in pain (he had an operation to fix it) 


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jimannakateen
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | jimannakateen
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I am going through thia at the moment and just reading this have a read.

Teething, the emergence of the first baby teeth through a baby's gums, can be a frustrating time for many babies - and their parents. It helps to know what to expect when your child is teething, and what you can do to make the process a little less painful for you and your child.

The Teething Process

Teething can begin as early as 3 months and continue until a child's third birthday.

Typically between the ages of 4 and 7 months, you will notice your child's first tooth pushing through the gum line. The first teeth to appear are usually the two bottom front teeth, also known as the central incisors. These are usually followed 4 to 8 weeks later by the four front upper teeth (central and lateral incisors). About 1 month later, the lower lateral incisors (the two teeth flanking the bottom front teeth) will appear. Next to break through the gum line are the first molars (the back teeth used for grinding food), then finally the eyeteeth (the pointy teeth in the upper jaw). Most children have all 20 of their primary teeth by their third birthday. (This is a general rule; if your child experiences significant delay, speak to your child's doctor.)

In some rare cases, children are born with one or two teeth or have a tooth emerge within the first few weeks of life. Unless the teeth interfere with feeding or are loose enough to pose a choking risk, this is usually not a cause for concern. If you have any questions it's a good idea to talk to your child's doctor.

Easing Teething

Whenever your child begins teething, you may notice that your child seems to drool more, and seems to want to chew on things. For some babies, teething is painless. Others may experience brief periods of irritability, and some may seem cranky for weeks, experiencing crying episodes and disrupted sleeping and eating patterns. Teething can be uncomfortable, but if your baby seems very irritable, contact your child's doctor.

Although tender and swollen gums could cause your baby's temperature to be a little higher than normal, teething, as a rule, does not cause high fever or diarrhea. If your baby does develop a fever during the teething phase, it is probably due to something else and your child's doctor should be contacted.

Here are some tips to keep in mind when your baby is teething:

  • Wipe your baby's face often with a cloth to remove the drool and prevent rashes from developing.
  • Give your baby something to chew on. Make sure it's big enough so that he or she can't swallow it and that it can't break into small pieces. A wet washcloth placed in the freezer for 30 minutes makes a handy teething aid - just be sure to wash it after each use. Rubber teething rings are also good, but avoid the ones with liquid inside because they may break. If you use a teething ring, be sure to take it out of the freezer before it becomes rock hard - you don't want to bruise those already swollen gums!
  • Rub your baby's gums with a clean finger.
  • Never tie a teething ring around a baby's neck, as it could get caught on something and strangle the baby.
  • If your baby seems irritable, acetaminophen may help - but always consult your child's doctor first. Never place an aspirin against the tooth, and don't rub whiskey on your baby's gums.


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      edwards
March 2007 | edwards
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Thats super advice...I am in the process of freezing the wet cloth (as I email) due to your advice...fab, thanks. My son is nearly 5 months and is turning drool-tastic I wipe his chin and neck, but he is still developing a rash there. I am using cream for that. He has some obvious white marks on his gums but I know it could last for some time. I have tried a range of 'teething' rattle, chew things and all sorts, but at the moment he'd rather hold and suck his bib!

It must be tough for him, but I wouldn't put all his crying down to that, he has been tired and so on. Sometimes I find it difficult to try and attribute one of the possible causes. I struggle to find the balance between giving love and giving in! I know for example that he is fed, clean and ready for play but he cries and looks at me...if I can leave him for a few minutes I know he will stop and play happily on the floor, but sometimes he escalates to a scream and I can't always wait those minutes. Am I really a mummy pushover? I want to show him love and let him know I am here, but not a walkover.



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      lilysmom
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | lilysmom
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Thanks for the good read. She's got 7 teeth and the 8th is on it's way. Never really had a problem with the others. I'm just at my wits end with screaming! LOL


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kseers
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | kseers
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My nine month old started doing this yesterday too.  I was beside myself - i've never heard her like that!  I tried everything, including panadol and teething gel.  In teh end I just drove her around until she went to sleep and then left her in the car.  She woke much happier but did it again twice later.  It is so upsetting and frustrating isn't it?

Maybe you should go to the dr and just check it's not an ear infection or anything.  Otherwise, hold her as much as you can and just try everything - feeding, rocking, cuddling, go for a walk etc...  Sorry I can't be more help!


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      lilysmom
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | lilysmom
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Thanks! It's good to know that I'm not the only one with a screaming baby! Sometimes I just feel so alone, being a single mom, it's nice to know that i'm actually not.


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           kseers
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | kseers
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FYI we went to the dr this morning and ALL of us have ear infections & throat infections - BINGO!  Now I understand (poor thing)!  Plus, on her gum I can feel something hard at the back, so I wonder if she is getting back teeth (surely too early!)


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KathrynR1402
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | KathrynR1402
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It probably is teething - some babies go thru hell cutting some of their teeth. Poor both of you! She sounds really tired too. Can you dose her up with the strongest medicine from the chemist/pharmasist and drive round to help her sleep?

If your mummy radar is worrying you, go to the doctor - cant be too careful.

My favourite non-medicine thing for teething was a frozen banana to chew on!

Hope things improve soon!



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MadMel
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | MadMel
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oh i feel for you! If it was one of mine i would put some oral numbing gel like bonjella, give a dose of dymadon, give another bottle or some food, change her nappy and clothes and if that still doesnt work a bath. If that still isnt working take her to the hospital. Sounds like there is a problem there. Does she cry during the day aswell or is this bed protest?


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      MadMel
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | MadMel
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and i saw that you said you already did all that. Did she drink all her bottle? How old is she? If this is bed protest see my advice on sleeping. If its not take her to the hospital. My nephew had a hearnia and he would scream alot of the day and the screaming would make the pain worse :(


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           lilysmom
5.00 (Excellent) | March 2007 | lilysmom
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She's 10 months old, and she's fine during the day. I finally just gave up and went and sat on the patio because i couldn't handle it. She's always slept so good and i have no idea why sh'es acting like this. I'm going to make an appointment with her dr in the morning.


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