My seven week old baby has developed some worrying symptoms in the last week or so and I'm wondering if it could be CMPA, or whether it's just colic, wind or reflux.
She's formula fed on Aptamil. She was previously partially breast fed but has been having formula to some extent since her first week due to tongue tie/latch issues. I've since given up breastfeeding so she is having formula only now. She previously took it with no problems, but recently has been more fussy, making the odd gulping noises or coughing, and sometimes bringing up milk which she either possess or swallows. She's been crying a lot more and seems generally more uncomfortable. I've also noticed her breathing being a bit more 'wet' at times, and she wakes up quite congested each morning. She also prefers to be held upright to lying down, although she will sometimes settle in her cot or Moses basket. She is often quite windy in the morning too.
Is this a normal phase? Is it an allergy? The docs have been fairly unhelpful, and suggested feeding her smaller feeds more frequently, or reducing what we feed her (which makes her more angry). They haven't really offered any explanation and don't seem very concerned. The problem is I'm exhausted, and so is she (although she's sleeping a lot in the day) and I don't know how long I can cope with this if it's or going to get better.
We've tried infacol which doesn't seem to help and I'm thinking about trying gaviscon but am worried about constipation.
Any experiences or suggestions welcome. Obviously I'll continue on at the HV and GP but I'd like some anecdotal experiences to help me make the case if needed.
Thank you!