Hi Jeanette I have kept a pain and food diary for almost a year now and I now know which foods I have to steer clear from. Everyone has their unusual foods (like peaches really hurt me, tomatoes terrify me and pasta is a no no!). If you want to pick my brains in order to help your son be more comfortable, please do! I have been obsessed with fighting reflux since I was ill last year. I have tried everything and seem to be getting some decent recovery and handle on things. Gaviscon is incredibly soothing, and sipping water to wash the acid down the oesophagus makes sense. I am permanently sipping away. Wishing you and your son all the best. Suze