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Jennifer Rackley

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posted 09/23/2009, comments (5)

Acid reflux and sleeping: Part 1

I did not sleep well last night. As the mom to three very rambunctious girls this is a phrase that I utter quite frequently. Add acid reflux to the mix and sleep becomes even more rare. Chocolate before bedtime... well, you get the idea. Burning, sour tastes and nasty burps kept me up half the night!According to a recent... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/23/2009, comments (0)

Acid Reflux and Sleeping: Part Two

As we discussed in my last post sleeping can be a huge issue for those dealing with acid reflux or GERD. In some instances sleeping aids may not be the best idea either. There are several ways you can help to limit the night time reflux monster. Here are a few that have worked for me. I hope they will help you to get some... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/18/2009, comments (0)

Ask The Lactation Consultant

Breast milk is often the ultimate "comfort food" for a baby with gastro-esophageal reflux since breast milk is easy to digest and well tolerated by many babies. At the same time, a baby with reflux may have difficulty nursing due to pain and discomfort. A Lactation Consultant may provide much needed information and support to help a mother and... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/17/2009, comment (1)

Can't keep weight up, can't sleep well

I was diagnosed with Gerd in late june. When I eat the wrong foods or even eat a normanl sized meal, I don't get heartburn, but my stomach tightens up into knots and I get pressure in my sinuses (feels like a headache). But my latest issues is that I can't sleep more than 4 1/2 hours at a time before the sinus pressure wakes me... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/15/2009, comments (0)

Sleep Solution for Infants and Toddlers: ComfyLiftBed

The ComfyLiftBed is an innovative sleep solution for tired children and worn out parents. I met with Horacio Rubio, the owner of the Positional Therapy Pillow Company to learn more about his products. Rubio knows a great deal about acid reflux from his own personal experience with acid reflux and from creating products for infants to adults with... Read more Chevron

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