August 2015 Moms

Best formula for acid reflux?

My one month old is currently taking Zantac .8 mils every 8 hours for reflux. I breastfeed now but will eventually need to start introducing formula for when I return to work. Any suggestIons for the best and most successful acid reflux controlling formula? Also, I've heard that probiotics, like Gerber Soothe, are extremely helpful. Has anybody tried them yet? Do they work? Thanks! :-)

Re: Best formula for acid reflux?

  • Hello. My little boy had this when he was newborn as well and we tried all kinds of formula and there are alot out there for sensitive tummies and etc. However also being my son couldn't have cow's protein it made it very hard and we ended up using a formula called EllaCare. Typically you can't find it in stores so we had to get it thru insurance and have it shipped to our house, was very handy and we in the end paid about a total of $600. in the 2 years he was on it in co pays which was actually much cheaper than if we had been buying it from the store for 2 years. You will have to see what your doctor suggests but if they think you can get it they can write a letter of need to your insurance so they will approve it. Hope this helps. (just so you know that there is something out there if you try a few and none seem to keep him happy, as i know it can be soooo hard on a new mom)
  • Loading the player...
  • My sister's 7 week old has acid reflux. She was BFing but was also supplementing and is moving towards all formula. She is using Enfamil gentlesse along with meds. She says it is helping.
  • lillyzmomlillyzmom member
    edited September 2015
    My daughter had reflux bad. We tried so many. Enfamil ar for acid reflux. I hope you find one. She is three now and as soon as she hit solid food there was no sign of it.
Sign In or Register to comment.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"