Homemade Herbal Gripe Water for Infants

Once upon a time, I used to buy gripe water from the store but I stopped once I tasted it myself. It wasn't something I enjoyed, so why would I give it to my child?

Not to mention that quality of the store brands were questionable as the consistency seem to vary with each purchase.

I grew tired of spending money on it, just for it to not give my child consistent relief.

So I vowed to myself that I would practice self-sufficiency and start preparing it myself.

There are many recipes online, but the herbs that work best for my child are:

• Alkaline or spring water to maintain proper hydration and pH balance.

• Crushed Fennel Seeds to aid digestion and reduces bloating.

• Chamomile Dried Flower to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.

• Lemon Balm Dried Leaves to reduce gut spasms and boost mood.

• Dried Ginger to relieve gassiness and support immune function.

• Glycerin (optional) to add sweetness and preserve the herbs.

I give this gripe water to my infant as needed to:

• Relieve colic and gas

• Soothe tummy aches

• Reduce hiccups

• Ease teething pain

• Promote digestion

• Improve sleep

Recipe: Homemade Herbal Gripe Water

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (I use alkaline or spring)

• 2 tsp of Crushed Fennel Seeds

• 1 tsp of Chamomile Dried Flower

• 1 tsp of Lemon Balm Dried Leaves

• 1 tsp of Dried Ginger

• 1/2 tsp of Glycerin (optional)

These herbs are considered antispasmodic and/or carminative in herbal action.

Carminative herbs work by relaxing the smooth muscles of the digestive tract, helping to get rid of gas, and reducing spasms that can cause pain.

Preparation

1. Boil water in a saucepan or kettle.

2. Combine herbs in a tea bag or diffuser.

3. Pour water onto herbs and steep for 15 minutes.

4. Remove tea bag and add glycerin

5. Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator or freeze as ice cubes (for teething).

Usage Guidelines

• Best used within one week of preparation

• Shake well before use

• Do not exceed 6 doses in 24 hours

Traditionally Used Dosage

• 0–3 months: ½ tsp (2.5 mL)

• 3–6 months: 1 tsp (5 mL)

• 6–12 months: 2 tsp (10 mL)

  
  

Remember, every baby is different, and what works for one may not work for another. But once you learn your baby and learn the herbs, you will understand how to be self sufficient with natural medicine!

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Disclaimer: The information in this post and on this site is strictly for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare practitioner before making any changes to your regimen.