Reflux Wedges for Infants with Acid Reflux
There are many wedge pillows on the market for adults with acid reflux but it’s difficult to find something similar that works for an infant.
Infant Reflux Wedges for Sleeping
The phrase “sleeping like a baby” is often used to describe a deep and peaceful slumber but you know differently. Babies with infant acid reflux typically have very interrupted sleep, often tossing and turning unless swaddled in an effort to find a comfortable position that reduces the occurrence of infant acid reflux or waking up with painful reflux episodes. The upright positioning achieved with a reflux wedge is extremely helpful for many babies with infant acid reflux. You can very inexpensively purchase crib wedges for infants from chain baby stores, however, the incline is so slight that it's not beneficial for most babies and many simply slide down to the foot of the crib and end up flat anyway.
The most effective sleep measure is to purchase a baby sleeping wedge. A sleeping wedge has a harness to stop your baby from sliding down and keep him from rolling off the side of the wedge. The Tucker Sling with Wedge has it's harness in the middle of the wedge so your baby's body is completely on the wedge, allowing him to sleep on his side, back or stomach. The AR pillow has it's harness at the base of the wedge so your baby's head and back rest on the wedge but his bottom and legs are actually on the crib mattress. Because of this he can only be on his back in the AR Pillow. Both are 30 degree wedges that will put your baby in a secure upright position and help reduce painful night wakings. These wedges are covered by most insurance with a diagnosis of reflux. Find out how.
Tucker Designs also makes the Tucker Sling for crib mattress that is essentially a half sheet with a harness attached to keep the baby from sliding down to the foot of the crib. The sling simply slips over your existing crib mattress which you prop up using any firm and sturdy item. In this way you can control the elevation of the mattress as your baby's reflux improves. The Tucker Slings are also covered by most insurance.
We highly recommend the Tucker Sling and Tucker Sling with Wedge, available in our Pollywog online store as a necessary sleep solution for infants with acid reflux.
Still more questions? See our frequently asked questions about the Tucker Sling.
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Reflux Wedges for Infant Diaper Changes
Another reflux wedge option suitable for use during diaper changes is the Pollywog Changing Station Incliner. This reflux wedge simply slides under your existing changing table cover to place the baby on an incline during diaper changes. The Pollywog Changing Station Incliner is available for purchase in our Pollywog online store. 
A reflux wedge can minimize spit ups when you change your baby's diaper
Keep your baby on an incline even during diaper changes.
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Reflux Feeding Wedges for Infant Feeding
Proper digestive positioning during feeds can actually improve colic and infant acid reflux. Studies have shown that left side positioning and upright positioning with no pressure on the stomach lead to fewer refluxing episodes. The best way we’ve found to consistently feed an infant with acid reflux on the left side in an upright position is to use a reflux wedge specifically designed for feeding, also known as a nursing wedge. This allows you to breastfeed your infant while he lies on his left side in an upright position regardless of which breast you are feeding from. While feeding from your right breast the infant is in a cradle position and while feeding from your left breast the infant is diagonal to you, almost in a football hold.
In both positions the infant is supported by a firm reflux feeding wedge on his left side, in an upright position with a straight spine. This works equally well for bottle feeding. We have received immeasurable feedback over the last few years that even babies without acid reflux spit up less and have fewer incidences of colic and discomfort during feedings when using a reflux nursing wedge. Pollywog Nursing Wedges are available for purchase in our Pollywog online store.
See Testimonials for the Pollywog Nursing Positioner.
A reflux feeding wedge will make feedings more comfortable for you both.
To learn about critical positioning during feedings read Best Breast and Bottle Feeding Positions.
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Baby reflux or colic?
Reflux and colic home remedies
Alternative treatments for infant reflux
Reflux medications
Reflux tests
