Both of mine had/have severe reflux. My son is almost 2 and still on losec and my daughter only just got off her medication 3 months ago at 4 years old!

Check out the Reflux Infants Support Association website. We have lots of information on there for parents of reflux bubs. In fact both of my kids stories are on there that you can read. If you join as a member you have access to forums and our private face book page where you can get info and support from other parents. We also have a library where you can borrow books about it. I volunteer for them (an email contact) an its a wonderful resource. I wish I knew about them when my bubs were little.

Reflux bubs are very demanding and it is difficult for others to understand until they have had one.

1. I put bricks under my daughters bassinet, you ca also buy a wedge from baby shops to put under the matteress. However, we dont recommend this now (even though alot of parents find it helpful) due to SIDS safe sleeping guidelines.

2. I cant recommend a specific brand to use - but any dummy they will take will help as the sucking soothes and also the suck and swallow motion helps the acid go down the right way.

3. small frequent feeds can help, or for some spacing out the feeds can help, all reflux bubs are different so you might have to try both for a week or 2 to see what suits them best.

4. I used to sit up in bed feedind, but I know what you mean about nodding off. A good glider rocker chair may help. With thr being held upright after a feed, this can also mean in a rocker etc so your hand are free, just so they aren't lying down!

Some babies are on medication for a long time (like mine) and others only need it till about 6-8 months when they are sitting up etc.

A very large proportion of reflux bubs are cows milk protein intolerance (different to lactose intolerance) so cutting dairy from your diet may help, though can take a few weeks to come out of your system. Half of the CMPI bubs are also soy intolerant too.