However, it does happen frequently in babies. Half of them will experience acid reflux during the first three months of their lives. The common symptoms are spitting, vomiting, coughing, irritability, feeding discomfort and blood in their stool. The baby tends to be cranky and cries easily and he of course can't communicate what the problem is.

Many of us have referred to this as Colic. Does this sound familiar?

While medications exist, that may be given to babies at ages greater than six weeks, doctors often discourage the use of these, for patients so small, with such limited experience of the world, and recommend some other solutions.

There are special pillows that can prop the baby's head and this may help stop the acid reflux. There are available where you buy other baby items.

Dairy products tend to be one of the items that can cause acid reflux in babies. Different babies have differently developed digestions and one must try out various things, before zeroing in on a comfortable growing diet for a baby. Sometimes, the density of milk formula that works for one infant may not work for another. It is advisable then to consult the pediatrician who has been observing the baby since birth and knows its genetic history and birth circumstances.

We all have a Vagus nerve which runs close to the Esophageal Sphincter. "Throwing up" and other harrowing events are triggered by this nerve. Chiropractic treatments can sometimes bring relief to a baby.

Another great answer is drinking liquid calcium. The creamy texture allows the child to heal at his own speed.

A baby spitting up food may be a way of letting you know there could be an acid reflux problem starting. You need to pay close attention and be careful as extended spitting up could lead to sleep apnea in babies or sudden breathing stoppage. This may be fatal so you should consult with a pediatrician at the earliest sign of this disease.

A few easy habits to help a baby are, raising the head of the crib, holding the baby upright for 30 minutes after feeding and giving him a rub on his back. Thickening the bottle feedings with a little cereal may also work well but make sure you check with the doctor before you do this, vary the feeding times and introducing some solid food but again, make sure you check with the doctor first.

It is better to try alternative ideas and avoid giving small children medication such as Zantac.