Infant gas pain is common, occurring in half of all newborns, says the Babies Today website. Signs of gas pain include crying, fussiness and curling of the body to relieve discomfort. Gas occurs for many reasons, such as too large or too small bottle nipples, an immature digestive system or foods that don't sit well. But no matter the cause, you can eliminate the gas discomfort in your infant by trying simple home exercises.
Dancing
Dancing with your baby is a good way to provide infant gas relief; its fast, movement-heavy motions help to bring gas out of the system. You can do this at home or in the car, with baby's favorite music playing to bring about a dancing mood. You can also try to dance while in the bath, as the added warmth may help relieve abdominal pains and distract him.
Bouncing
Bouncing can also provide gas relief, as it provides your infant with the swift movements needed to get gas out of the system. Place your infant on an exercise ball or any baby seat or ball specially made for bouncing and bounce her. You can also simply hold her as you stand and bounce. Such bouncing can provide her with instant gas relief.
Rolling
Rolling is a gas-relief exercise that you can do with an exercise ball. Place your infant tummy-down on the exercise ball. Gently roll him back and forth on the ball, which helps to push the gas forward in his body. To provide the same pressure, you can lay your baby on the floor and roll both of his legs simultaneously toward and back from his stomach, says The Fussy Baby site.
Bicycle Movements
Bicycle movements are another known way to rid your baby of gas. Lay your infant on the floor or couch, backside down. Move her legs gently up toward her chest one at a time in an alternating, repetitive motion akin to bicycle pedaling. This kind of motion places pressure on the belly to move the gas through her system, says the Just Mommies site.
Firm Massaging
Massaging your infant's belly in a firm but gentle manner may move trapped gas and help push it through the system. To do this, place the baby on his back and place your fingertips on his belly. Move your fingers in small, clockwise circles from right under their rib cage, ending where the diaper begins, says the Parents Web site. These should be small circles. You can also try to place your fingers underneath the sternum and move them gently but firmly down the middle of the belly, says The Fussy Baby Site.
