When your baby has gas buildup, colic**, or abdominal discomfort, it can be a very difficult time for baby and for you! Crying, lack of sleep and the overall discomfort that gassiness and colic** may bring, can have parents desperate to find some relief for their fussy baby – and themselves. Enter our magical, baby-friendly Gripe Water; a tried and tested herbal remedy for fussy babies, to relieve occasional stomach discomfort caused by colic**, hiccups, and other stomach-related issues*.
Gripe Water is an age-old remedy used for more than 100 years in Europe, Asia, Africa, India, and the Caribbean – to relieve occasional stomach discomfort from colic**, gas, and hiccups*. Mommy’s Bliss founder, Roshan Kaderali, a nurse and certified midwife used gripe water for years to ease baby's tummy troubles and calm colicky babies while working in Scotland. When she moved to the U.S., she was shocked that the magical gripe water formula she loved wasn’t available here...so she created it herself, and the rest is “bliss-tory”.
What Is Gripe Water for Babies?
Gripe water is our #1 herbal supplement and the time-tested herbal remedy to help relieve occasional stomach discomfort caused by gas, colic**, hiccups, and fussiness. Our Gripe Water is carefully crafted with organic fennel seed, and organic ginger root to ease nausea and stomach discomfort.* For generations, mothers have relied on and used many variations of gripe water, but Mommy’s Bliss Gripe Water uses only high-quality, safe, and gentle ingredients, because we believe, fewer gripes starts with better ingredients. Just one of the reasons this is our bestseller for over 25 years.
Is Gripe Water Safe?
Gripe Water is made with trusted, safe, and gentle ingredients to ensure it’s safe for your baby and easy on their tiny digestive system. This family-favorite blend of organic fennel, and ginger is mild enough for baby, yet effective enough to bring peace and calm to the home. Gripe Water is proudly made without gluten, sucrose, alcohol, dairy, soy or parabens.
What Is Gripe Water Used For?
As their internal organs are still developing, infants often will experience gas buildup. This gassiness often leads to babies crying for extended periods of time, as they cannot relieve themselves of the pressure. This internal discomfort can be caused by several factors, including colic**. If your infant is crying for at least three hours a day or three or more times a week, they might have colic**. Prolonged hiccups can cause discomfort as the muscles in the abdomen contract quickly and repeatedly. One potential cause of hiccups is taking in too much air while feeding or breastfeeding. But using Gripe Water for babies and newborns helps relieve stomach discomfort* caused by gas pressure and hiccups; a common cause of internal discomfort for babies under 12 months of age.
What Does Gripe Water Do?
Gripe Water helps relieves gassiness* with a simple blend of herbal ingredients that are safe and mild enough for newborns and infants, and gentle enough to address stomach discomfort that many babies face in the first year of life
By settling baby’s tummy, Gripe Water addresses the stomach discomfort* associated with all of the above - including gas buildup, hiccups, colic**, and the fussiness that accompanies them all.
What Is Gripe Water Made Of?
Gripe Water is a mixture of natural herbal ingredients with a mildly sweet taste babies love. While many traditional recipes have existed over the years, many variations use ginger as the main ingredient. Mommy’s Bliss Gripe Water contains organic ginger and fennel which work together to calm stomach discomfort caused by hiccups*.
How Does Gripe Water Work?
Gripe Water is a gentle herbal supplement for babies who suffer from gas, colic**, hiccups, and general fussiness* – even from teething. Gripe Water helps to settle baby’s tummy by relieving gas buildup and calming tiny tummies with the help of fennel and ginger - historically known to ease nausea and discomfort* caused by gas.
When Do You Use Gripe Water?
Most babies will benefit from Gripe Water after feeding - when gas, and hiccups can occur from taking in too much air while eating or breastfeeding. It’s always a good idea to wait 30 minutes after a feeding to administer Gripe Water, as this allows time for food to digest.
How Do You Use Gripe Water?
Gripe Water Original comes in a sweet, yummy tasting liquid form that is fed directly to your baby and is less thick and viscous than breastmilk or formula. To avoid diluting the solution, it’s best to administer Gripe Water with a syringe directly into your baby’s mouth or into an empty bottle. Make sure to hold baby upright and dispense to side of cheek slowly following packaging directions. Gripe Water serving size is important to consider because the serving you use per application is based on the age and weight of your baby. Consult with your healthcare professional if you have questions.
We recommend using the Gripe Water dosage guide:
- Two weeks old to six weeks old: 1 mL up to 15 times a day
- Six weeks old to ten weeks old: 2 mL up to 15 times a day
- Ten weeks to twelve months old: 5mL up to 6 times a day
Gripe Water Nighttime is the nighttime version of our #1 selling supplement - to relieve occasional stomach discomfort from gassiness and colic** while promoting restful sleep with chamomile, lemon balm, and passionflower.* Swaddle baby for extra comfort, try a white noise machine for soothing ambiance, and use Gripe Water Nighttime to gently ease baby’s gripes and give them the blisszzzful sleep they need.
Side Effects of Gripe Water
Because Gripe Water is made with gentle herbal ingredients, there are likely to be no side effects when using this product. Parents may notice that their babies become sleepy after administering Gripe Water. This is because babies who have been suffering from colic**, extreme discomfort, or gas, are often exhausted due to the tension. Gripe Water offers much-needed relief from stomach discomfort* which will help them get some much-needed rest. As with any supplement, we recommend consulting your pediatrician before giving your little one anything.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many common questions about how to administer Gripe Water to your infant. Read on for the answers that provide the peace of mind you need.
When should I give Gripe Water to my baby?
Gripe Water can be used any time your baby is experiencing discomfort from gas buildup, and the various issues associated with it. It is advised to administer Gripe Water 30 minutes after feeding or breastfeeding, to give your baby time to digest their last meal. Gripe Water Nighttime is given at bedtime with soothing lemon balm, chamomile and passionflower to promote restful sleep*.
How often can you give gripe water?
It’s best to follow package directions regarding amount and times per day based on different age groups.
Do I give Gripe Water to my baby before or after feeding?
Because each baby has different needs and unique experiences there is no specific time that is best to administer Gripe Water. However, most babies benefit from Gripe Water right after feeding when gassiness occurs from eating too quickly and taking in too much air. We recommend waiting at least 30 minutes after feeding to administer Gripe Water.
Can you mix Gripe Water with formula?
Because Gripe Water is a mild supplement, we do not recommend mixing it with formula. It is suggested to give your newborn a serving of just Gripe Water after feeding.
How do I give my baby Gripe Water?
You can give your baby Gripe Water using the Mommy’s Bliss syringe provided and follow packaging directions.
Can I use Gripe Water with baby gas relief drops?
Yes. Using Gripe Water with Gas Relief Drops is completely safe. Our Gas Relief Drops are a safe, sweet-tasting, simethicone-based over-the-counter medication that quickly breaks up gas bubbles in baby’s tummy to provide gentle, effective relief.
What else can I do?
Along with the benefits of Gripe Water and all the Gripe Water formulations, come the benefits of TLC as only you can deliver. A gentle massage, a cozy swaddle, soft music or a white noise machine can all help to calm a fussy baby and help relax a tired, stressed-out body. You know best what your baby needs, and Gripe Water is right there with you every step of the way.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Mommy’s Bliss Gripe Water has been trusted by millions of moms over the last 25 years as a great way to ease their baby’s stomach discomfort*. As a mild herbal supplement, it is a safe way to relieve your baby of stomach discomfort* from hiccups, colic**, and upset tummy. Mommy’s Bliss Gripe Water was created by moms, for moms, and loved by families for decades. Our Gripe Water is also the number one selling herbal supplement for supporting baby’s digestion and easing the discomfort caused by gas and colic**. A Mommy’s Bliss bestseller for decades, this is real relief with a big side of peace of mind. All these tiny tummies can’t be wrong.
Be sure to check out our other blissful products trusted for years to help keep babies’ tummies and digestive systems happy and healthy:
Probiotic Drops Everyday – formulated to support baby’s digestive health and immunity, by helping maintain beneficial intestinal microflora. *
Constipation Ease*– our gentle herbal formula to safely ease occasional constipation and promote regular bowel movements. *
This site is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Please consult your physician or other health-care professional.
**For colic not due to a medical condition
*These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
This site is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Please consult your physician or other health-care professional.
