In a message dated 12/9/98 6:23:16 PM Central Standard Time,
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<< The problem is that he baby has significant gas
 and cramps for 5-6 hours proir to the bowel movement. She has tried
 Myilicon drops which have not helped. I have told the Mom to be patient
 and see what happens when the baby has her next  bowel movement. If it
 does not resolve spontaneously does any one have any suggestions?
 Dietary modifications for Mom or medications for the baby? >>

I suggest that mom do nothing except comfort measures to relieve the
gas/cramps.  Perhaps using a rectal thermometer to gently stimulate and help
the baby pass gas -- perhaps breastfeeding to stimulate the gastro-colic
reflex to help pass the stool sooner -- baby bicycle movements -- a warm water
bottle to the baby's tummy -- the "colic" hold -- ???

Jan Barger