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Can i give my 6 month old teething baby gripe water? she seems more bothered by gas rather than her gums. thank you
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If you wish: I'm not convinced that it does anything for babies but it does give moms something to do, and some swear by them. The contents of gripe water are not harmful.
Answered 12/29/2019
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