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Giving essence of peppermint to a 2 month old.... HELP!!!!!!!!

MommymmpMommymmp
in Babies: 0 - 3 Months

Can you give essence of peppermint to an infant. My son is almost 2 months old he had an upset tummy last night and my husband wants to give him essence of peppermint because thats what his mom did.I cant find anything online about essence of peppermint, there is a lot that says not to give peppermint to young children.

HELP!!!!!!!! What would you do?  

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Re: Giving essence of peppermint to a 2 month old.... HELP!!!!!!!!

  • GinEthansMomGinEthansMom
    And my mom gave me brandy when I had a cough... we've come a long way since then.  Just kidding.  I wouldn't but that's just me, plus if you've ever tasted essence of peppermint you'd reconsider--it's pretty strong.  Go with Mylicon.
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  • khartnerkhartner

    This is from kellymom.com

    Mint tea is sometimes used for gas and gas pains. Peppermint oil and tea can be dangerous if given directly to babies. Large amounts of peppermint or spearmint are known to decrease milk supply, and mint tea is traditionally used for decreasing milk supply - breastfeeding mothers should avoid drinking mint tea regularly or in large amounts.

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  • berta769berta769
    My DH's Grandma gave our DS peppermint the other night because he had an upset tummy. She's all about those old remedies. She said it was half a peppermint candy, little bit of sugar all mixed in 4 oz water. She said never to give them peppermint oil as it could take their breath away.
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