ACT AGAINST ALLERGY - a global educational initiative designed to increase the awareness of childhood food allergy, with a focus on dairy allergy or more commonly referred to as cow milk allergy.

Link added September 2007

ALLERGY ADVISOR

Link added August 2005

Interesting tool for seeing what reactions are common to allergens and where they can be found.

ALLERGY NZ

Voluntary not-for-profit organization.  Website includes information.

ALLERGY CLINIC       

including Alternative (Unproven) Allergy Tests & Treatment

New Zealand site on allergies.

BABYCENTER FOOD ALLERGY BOARD

American, drug names and treatment differ from NZ.  Great board for support.

COW'S MILK ALLERGY - ALLERGY CLINIC

Cow's milk allergy and links to alternative formula costs in New Zealand. 

Celiac Disease—Gluten Sensitivity: What’s the Difference? By Ron Hoggan

Link added August 2005

Goat's milk

Goat's Milk is not recommended by the allergy experts for milk allergic babies. Here are a couple of links about Goat's Milk:
Goat's milk and soy discussion with Allergy NZ's opinion at the "Everybody reflux board"
Dairy goat co-operative NZ
Got Goat's Milk - from Dr Sears (nb: we do have a goat's milk formula available in NZ.)
Links moved from another area of Crying Over Spilt Milk August 2007

FOOD DIARY - NUTRICIA

Downloadable PDF aimed at keeping a track of foods that might be causing reactions.

Link added September 2007

MANUFACTURED FOOD DATABASE NZ (MFD)

Database containing lists of what foods are dairy free, egg free etc, etc.

'NTOLERANCE

Online store for people with food intolerances, allergies, special dietary needs, diabetics.

ORGANIC BABY CLOTHES

www.naturesborn.co.nz

A NZ online retailer that sells a great range of 100% organic cotton baby clothes.

Website added June 2010 

SOY FORMULAS - When Are Soy Formulas Appropriate for Infants Younger Than 1 Year of Age?

Medscape article - membership required to view.

Link added March 2005

DR RODNEY FORD

BEST TREATMENTS

NZ Ministry of Health and the New Zealand Guidelines Group have funded free access for most New Zealander's to a website run by the British Medical Journal.   Contains evidence based information on health conditions and their treatment.

CHILDREN'S GROWTH CALCULATOR

This is a good tool for up to three year olds.  It is not NZ based though so will/may differ from our percentiles.  If you are concerned with your child's growth, please see your doctor or Plunket Nurse.

CONVERSION CHARTS

Updated May 2006.

Weight conversion chart.

DERMNETNZ

Information on skin conditions.

FOOD DIARY - MICROSOFT

Downloadable template that may be useful for keeping track of the amount and types of foods eaten.  Requires word 97 or later.

FOOD DIARY - NUTRICIA

Downloadable PDF aimed at keeping a track of foods that might be causing reactions.

Link added September 2007

"Kidney Kids is a group of New Zealand parents and children, who are dealing with kidney issues, and who get together to share problems, solutions, good times and sometimes even cake."

MILK SUPPLY ISSUES - LE LECHE LEAGUE Including symptoms of overactive letdown, and treatment.

OSTEOPATHY - NZHEALTH.NET

PAIN RATING SCALES

FLACC SCALE

Pain rating scale that might be useful for determining if you child is in pain. 

FLACC uses various signs to establish a pain level in a patient who can not communicate, or to double check the FACE method.

THE HAPPIEST BABY

Antireflux Surgery in the Era of Proton-Pump Inhibitors

Richter, Joel. Antireflux Surgery in the Era of Proton-Pump Inhibitors . Medscape Gastroenterology. Accessed: 14/08/2010.

You will need to register for Medscape to be able to read this article.

Updated August 2010

BOOK: REFLUX 101: A PARENT'S GUIDE TO GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX

An America book on infant GORD.

Updated August 2010

Clinical Management of Infants and Children with GERD

PDF - takes a while to open.

Christensen, Michael; Gold, Benjamin. Clinical Management of Infants and Children with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Disease Recognition and Therapeutic Options. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzIo7OuM) 

Updated August 2010

DR RODNEY FORD    

Information on various topics including reflux and food allergies by a New Zealand doctor.

ESOPHAGEAL SPASM

emedicine - Interesting article on oesophageal motility problems and their treatment.  Lots of medical terminology though.

Thomson, Alan. Esophageal Spasm. emedicine.medscape.com. Accessed: 14/08/2010.

Updated August 2010

For Infants with Swallowing Troubles, Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease May Help

For Infants With Swallowing Troubles, Treatment Of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease May Help. American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzJUJ4kX)

Updated August 2010

F.U.N.D.O

Email list - Stands for "Families Understanding Nissen Difficulties and Outcomes".  A great place to discuss with those who have been through surgery the pro's and con's

GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX

Gastroesophageal Reflux. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzReiC1w)

Updated August 2010

Gastro-oesophageal Reflux and Hiatus Hernia

Information on surgery from a private clinic in NZ presumably aimed at adults, but may be useful.

Gastro-oesophageal Reflux and Hiatus Hernia. Wakefield Clinic. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzav2J2c)

Updated August 2010 

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants: A Primary Care Perspective

Medscape article aimed at nurses working in Primary Care.  You will need to register to view.

Arguin, Amy; Swartz, Martha. Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants: A Primary Care Perspective. Pediatr Nurs. Accessed 15/08/2010.

Updated August 2010

GASTRO-OESOPHAGEAL REFLUX - STARSHIP

GASTRO-OESOPHAGEAL REFLUX. Starship Children’s Health Clinical Guideline. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzSgSZdo)

Updated August 2010

GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE IN INFANTS AND CHILDREN

Medscape article - interesting reading.  You will need to join to be able to read this.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Infants and Children. Sandritter, Tracy. Accessed: 14/08/2010. J Pediatr Health Care.

Updated August 2010

GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE - KIDSHEALTH

Cohen, Mitchell. Gastroesophageal Reflux. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzTQQkFT)

Updated August 2010

GAVISCON INFO. AT "EVERYBODY"

Gaviscon Infant. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzY4egJk)

Updated August 2010

MYDR

Australian site with reflux information.

PEDIATRIC ADOLESCENT GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX ASSOCIATION INC.   

PAGER

PEDIATRIC GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX   

Rosen, Frederick; Friedman, Norman. PEDIATRIC GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX. Dept. of Otolaryngology, University of Texas Medical Branch. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzZ92lLJ) 

Updated August 2010

PEDIATRIC GERD: A PROBLEM-BASED APPROACTH TO UNDERSTANDING TREATMENT    

Three very interesting articles on GERD/GORD.  Well worth a read - from Medscape. You will need to register.

Winter, Harland; Gold, Benjamin; Nelson, Suzanne. Pediatric GERD: A Problem-Based Approach to Understanding Treatment. Accessed 14/08/2010. 

Updated August 2010 

REFLUX - PARENTING/CHILD HEALTH

 South Australian Site.   

SURGERY FOR REFLUX   

Article on "Everybody".

Fris, Robert. Reflux surgery. Accessed: 14/08/2010. (Archived by WebCite® at http://www.webcitation.org/5rzaUxyDJ) 

Updated August 2010 

www.refluxmom.com

An America website on infant GORD.

Added August 2010 

ASK DR SEARS Great site with lots of ideas of how to deal with any problems you are facing with your baby/child.  Promotes attachment parenting (which differs from books such as babywise).

BABYWISE METHOD - BABYCENTER INFORMATION This method includes strict routines and has become controversial. 

BOTTLE FEEDING - PARENTING/CHILD HEALTH South Australian Site

"The Centre for Attachment (CFA) is a New Zealand-based agency dedicated to providing support, education and training for families, organisations and communities on optimal child development and attachment."

Added May 2008

"clubNUTRICIA has been tailored especially for Australian and New Zealand mums and mums-to-be and offers qualified information and advice on topics associated with pregnancy through to parenthood..."

Added March 2009

Dealing with Health Professionals

(D.I.S.A) - Australian Support Group information.

EARLY START PROJECT

The Early Start programme is available in Christchurch to parents of newborns. 

About the Early Start Project

HORNBY ONLINE

www.hornby.org.nz  is a community web site designed for West Christchurch community groups, clubs, business and entertainment facilities to increase their internet presence, and for those 'out-of-town' to come and see what Hornby has to offer!

The website is hosted by Hornby Presbyterian Community Church (HPCC), who also run a playgroup, other children's programs and community functions such as 'Westside Party in the Park'.  HPCC is also involved in running the Parenting with Confidence groups, and can provide meeting and conference facilities.

Increasing your milk supply

Added August 2005

Article from Treasures.

La Leche LEAGUE BULLETIN BOARD

Added March 2006

La Leche LEAGUE New Zealand

Added June 2006

LOCAL EYE - PARENTING

Added March 2006

"Maternal Journey is a support service which offers women and their families education, information and support from pregnancy, through birth and into the early months of motherhood, through courses and one on one support. "

Added May 2008

This is an Australian website but we can't find anything like it in New Zealand.    "Moment by Moment was formed because we found it extremely hard to find clothing and information when we had a  premature baby and we want to make it easier for future families.  Moment by Moment was born out of experience. We offer clothing/accessories from 800grams to 12months, information, support and unique ways to celebrate your baby's journey no matter how long you traveled."

Added March 2007

MUMSAVERS.COM

"Information and Interaction for hardworking mums". MumSavers.com offers mums (and dads) the opportunity to discuss parenting and family issues online with other parents. This site includes a chatroom, discussion board, opinion sharing and a special section devoted to parents of teenagers. You will also find a wealth of inspiration and information including articles for parents of preschoolers, fun activities for children, ideas for strengthening families, guides for pregnancy and childbirth, and much more. MumSavers.com offers users a free electronic monthly newsletter including special offers and discounts from MumSavers.com sponsors.
Website not available February 2009

Parent to Parent - New Zealand

Information and support network for parents of children with special needs ranging from the very common through to the most rare of conditions.

PARENTING WITH CONFIDENCE INC

A community organisation that helps parents parent effectively.  They run courses and "hot tips" seminars.

PARENTS AS FIRST TEACHERS (PAFT) Auckland, North Shore, Wanganui  

PAFT is a home visiting service which provides support and guidance for parents during the first three years of a child’s life.

PARENTS CENTRE NZ

Pepsicles offers home help for mothers with newborn babies for the first few weeks after birth.

Added September 2006

POST NATAL DEPRESSION SUPPORT

mindnz.co.nz NZ Support Services

like minds taranaki

Mental Health Education & Resource Centre Southern Region, New Zealand Added June 2005

PND Support Auckland  

Self help websites:

QUIT

Are you a smoker?  Thinking about quitting?  It isn't easy and you are more likely to succeed with some help. 

Why should you quit?  There are many reasons but here is one:  Health effects of second-hand smoke on children

Added January 2007

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder suffered as a result of a traumatic birth experience has only recently been recognized.

RESEARCH STUDY: "Birth Trauma: Its impact on breastfeeding"

Section updated May 2006.

PRE TERM INFANTS AND SLEEPING POSITION

SKIP is a government funded initiative that supports parents and whānau to guide their children’s behaviour in a positive way.

Added October 2006

SKIP

This study confirms that sleeping an infant on the stomach may result in improved sleep, but also results in increased risk of SIDS.  (Medscape article so membership (free) is required to view.)

Added June 2010

The Sleep Store is NZ's only website focused on calming crying and helping
babies sleep through the night. We have a comprehensive sleep & settling
information section, free sleep advice and a range of innovative sleep
products. We also stock a range of electric baby swings, which are perfect
for babies with reflux.

Added February 2007

WHY IS YOUR BABY WAKING? 

Article on coffeegroup.org  

Added September 2006

This is a list of products that may be useful in relieving the symptoms of reflux.  Crying Over Spilt Milk / GRSNNZ do not recommend these products as necessary and is not implying that they are better/safer/cheaper than similar brands.  Please follow all instructions for any products you purchase.

ACUPRESSURE WRIST BANDS   We had these suggested (not this particular brand - any brand will do) for Gem when she was going through a stage of vomiting or nausea even on short trips in the car.  We felt this was related to her gastric reflux and were sceptical about the wrist bands but they really did help - lots!! 

AVENT BABY Produce self-sealing bottles (i.e. no discs needed - just remove teat cover and use) etc.  Bottles also can be converted to feeding cups.  This site isn't a New Zealand one but gives you some idea what is available. There are some Avent products available through this site: babyuniverse - Avent and they are also available I think from Babycity, Farmers and some pharmacies.

BABY WRAPS

Wraps can be ordered from www.cradle2kindy.com.au and posted to NZ. These are apparently larger than any available in New Zealand.

Added February 2007.

BABY ON THE MOVE

"specialists in the rental and sales of baby products"

Added July 2008

Baby Bug provides a range of high quality, practical & affordable Baby Products and essentials.  Baby Bug has products which are useful for families with babies with gastric reflux: Safe T Sleep Sleepwraps, Avent Products, Baby Hammock, Hug a Bug, Baby Sense II, First Aid Kits, Medi Bottle, Braun ThermoScan
Updated June 2010.

BABY ROCKER

We borrowed a rocker similar to these that was great.  The back height was adjustable - we had it as high as it would go.  When she was really distressed we put her pacifier in her mouth and rocked her. 

Category updated February 2006.

BABY HAMMOCKS

Natures Sway

Added February 2005

The Amby Natures Nest Baby Hammock

Added February 2006

Baby Hammock

Added May 2006

The position and movement associated with these can be useful for an unsettled baby with gastric reflux.

Category added February 2005

BABY ONLINE Not just for babies with reflux. These nappies are available by mail order in New Zealand and are competitively priced.  Wet wipes, bottles, teats, pacifiers, training cups, nursing pads, adult incontinence products, breastpumps and more also available.

BABY SLINGS

MummyMatters Website

Comment from the webmaster of MummyMatters: "I believe the use of baby slings can aid with baby's with reflux problems by keeping them upright."  MummyMatters also sells clothes for easy breastfeeding.

Baby Slings - Natures Sway Website

Updated June 2010.

Hug a Bub Baby Carrier

Added February 2006

Added August 2007

SlingBabies

"... amazing not-for-profit resource for all kinds of slings, with instructions on correct positioning for newborns to toddlers. It also has links to many different suppliers in New Zealand of all types of slings." Thanks to Elke for letting Crying Over Spilt Milk know about SlingBabies.
Added July 2008

BOTTLE SPOON

May be useful to give medicine with.  If you are thinking of using this instead of a bottle with a teat, or a bowl and spoon, please talk to a feeding expert about the impact that this might have on baby's development.

Breathing Sensor Monitors

Hi-Sense Babysense II Respiratory Monitor

ANGELCARE MONITOR

Prices from: babyuniverse

Breathing sensor monitor and intercom.  These are not a medical device, but may put some parent's minds at rest knowing that it will alert them if their baby stops breathing. ?Available from Farmers and some baby stores.  I'm not familiar with the Babysense one personally but it sounds very similar to the Angelcare monitor.

Respisense Breathing Effort Monitor

This product does not include an intercom but is portable and able to be used in positions other than the cot - e.g. car seat, pram etc.  If you purchase one of these monitors through www.b2k.co.nz GRSNNZ can benefit as a referrer.  Please include these details in the "message" section of the order: "GRSNNZ, www.cryingoverspiltmilk.co.nz/ContactGRSNNZ, 0800 380 517" 

Updated February 2007

BUMBOBABYSITTER 

Angelsinc.co.nz

A supportive moulded foam chair to help babies over 4kg with good head control sit upright.

I have also seen these in The Warehouse.  I think the cost was @$60.

EEZIMED

Eezimed online ordering

Updated May 2006.

Medicine dispenser advertised in GRASP newsletters.  I never had a problem giving medications but know that others do.  This is shaped like a pacifier with a chamber to put the medicine into, and a plunger.  Order from "Small Talk"  0800 762 558.  Price in Sept 2000 was $22 including postage, but it seems to be a lot cheaper if you use the link on the left.

Similar dispensers are also available at some pharmacies.

EXERSAUCER/ACTIVITY PARK These are useful for keeping a baby from 3 months of age upright and entertained.  I presume there are other brands available.  I never had one myself but imagine they would be helpful.   Maybe a toy library would have one you could borrow.  Second childhood in Dunedin also rent them for a monthly fee.  Toyhire have them to hire as well as for sale. 

FOAM WEDGE 

A foam wedge can be useful for a child in a bed or an adult with reflux.  It allows the upper body to be slightly elevated but the bed to remain flat thereby reducing the amount of sliding down the bed that occurs.  These can be ordered from mattress manufacturers if you give the dimensions.  The one we got made was 840 x 610 x 180mm.  Cost to get made was $50 uncovered.  Do phone around a few places before getting one made.  We covered it loosely with an old duvet cover cut in half and sewn.

Para rubber (www.pararubber.co.nz) also has a ready made wedge which is similar in size to the dimensions given above except that it is higher.  These are  @$65 and come with a zip off white cover.  There is no information about these on their website but store locations can be seen.

Not suitable for use in a cot once a baby is able to stand as this would allow them to climb out. 

Formulas 

Modified February 2009

Baby Online also sells Karicare formulas including AR, Soya, Goat's and SensiKare as well as other brands.  Remember that breastfeeding is recommended as best for your baby and you.

GREENBEANS

Added August 2005

Nappy and Mama cloth supplies.

KUMFY COTTON

Added August 2005

Clothing for babies and children with eczema.

Added March 2007

Little Beacons aim is to provide an extensive range of visual, tactile, auditory and practical products, which have a productive use in helping development as well as having heaps of fun, no matter what the age, stage or restrictions are. It can be hard finding such toys under one roof and hope we can make shopping for your Little Beacon a little bit easier.

New website added October 2007

LOTS OF FEEDERS - - Sorry, forms temporarily not working. Please check back soon or use Contact GRSNNZ form.

Special Bib Offer to GRSNNZ Members

 click on link for more details

WonderBib Special Deal

"This idea was prompted by the fact that one of us was blessed with a “reflux” baby."

Website added January 2006 

The pull-over-the-head, velcro or dome type.  The larger the better.  Tie-on feeders/bibs should only be used with constant supervision as they are a choking/strangling risk.  The Warehouse have had pull over the head feeders recently at a very reasonable price for a pack of ?three.  We also found bandannas useful and cheap.  The best were made from flannelette - 50cm square cut in half diagonally, overlocked with a rounded bottom corner and the thread ends sewn in.  For thinner material you can use the whole square and fold in half.

Nappy Days : Reusable Nappies New Zealand

NappyDays is known as a leading supplier of nappy products across New Zealand.  We have been in business for over 4 years and supply over 20 retail outlets around the country.

Website added July 2009 

NUK teats

sizes  0 -18 months

The distributor in New Zealand is "David Sparks Limited" Phone (09) 835-3919, if you need to find who stocks them in your area, or you can ask your pharmacy to order them.  They are also available from The Baby Factory, Baby City, and Winkalotts. 

NUK anti-colic Air system:

The valve is the heart of NUK Anti - colic Air system.  It operates only during feeding, allowing a little air into the bottle to equalise the air pressure within.  This prevents swallowing of air which is thought to be a common cause of colic.  The valve is located on the side of the NUK teat.  On latex teats it is an oblique slit.  On silicone teats - it is a small disc. 

NUK latex teat 102F (size 2 large hole, 2 per packet) has a cross cut hole which is specially suited to thickened formula or cereal. Pharmacode number 899054 (number pharmacy will use to order).  All NUK teats and soothers have the vented Air System.

Occ Block

ORGANIC BABY CLOTHES

www.naturesborn.co.nz

A NZ online retailer that sells a great range of 100% organic cotton baby clothes.

Website added June 2010 

PACIFIERS

Pacifiers may help a baby with reflux to keep the acid in their stomach, and are useful to space out feeding when they constantly want to suck but are having a good weight gain and feeding constantly increases reflux pain.  However, they are not without fault.  They may also be difficult to get rid of.  These articles may be of use:

Effect of nonnutritive sucking on infant gastroesophageal reflux, PedSPAM September 2000 and Spitting Up: Is it Reflux?

PERSONAL MEDICAL INFORMATION CARD

Click on the link above to download this template in word (rtf) format.  These are designed for those with a medical condition where a medical alert wouldn’t be appropriate.

Added May 2007

Product Recall - Information about dangerous products and recalls that affect consumers worldwide.

Added April 2010

Baby Safety Products by SafeTSleep

 Updated September 2008                               

Particularly useful to keep babies with reflux positioned in their bed when bed head is raised.  

Scamps Boutique - Baby Products that love our Earth. We specialise in cloth nappies, baby carriers and amber teething necklaces http://www.scamps.co.nz
Added May 2010

The Sleep Store is NZ's only website focused on calming crying and helping
babies sleep through the night. We have a comprehensive sleep & settling
information section, free sleep advice and a range of innovative sleep
products. We also stock a range of electric baby swings, which are perfect
for babies with reflux.

Added February 2007

SLEEPTIGHT  

Updated March 2005

Sound and motion device that attaches to the baby's cot.  There is possibly other brands available. 

SNUGGLEBUMP

Maternity and Premature clothing and accessories.  The maternity tube may be particularly useful when feeding a reflux baby. 

Added July 2007

Spilleez Cloth

Bee Dezine specialises in niche products. The Spilleez Cloth is an example of this, a durable burp cloth that spill will not soak through. Bee Dezine also stocks Baby Wraps, Washable Cloths and PUL Backed Breast Pads.

Added August 2007

SWINGS

SLOVEJ SWING 

LITTLE TIKES SWING 

BATTERY BABY SWINGS

Gem spent lots of time in the swing at preschool. Mechanical baby swings are also available - I think Babycity/babyfactory stocks these. 

Tag! You're It!! utilises the fact that EVERY baby LOVES tags on everyday
products. They specialise in products such as Tagged Balls and Tagged
Blankets, PLUS more.  Everything can be Custom Made and is made in New Zealand for Kiwi Kids.

Added January 2008

Carers NZ was established by carers, for carers, in the mid 1990s and became a national charitable trust in 1998.
They provide information, advocacy and support for family caregivers.
Added August 2006

CONCISE GUIDELINES TO NET ETIQUETTE

DISABILITY INFORMATION SERVICE

Added August 2005

Christchurch

GIFS TO WRITE YOUR NAME ON

LITTLIES LOBBY A NZ initiative. 

SAFE SEARCH  This is a google feature which "blocks web pages containing explicit sexual content from appearing in search results."  If you create or sign in to a gmail account and click on search preferences in google there are two options to choose from to keep that nasty content out.

Added January 2008

TREASURES 

New Zealand site - Treasures produce products such as nappies, and also have a club for parents with a monthly magazine.  This site includes links, babyclub information and message boards.  

WORLD CLOCK    A quick way to work out what time it is or will be somewhere else in the world.  

WOBBLE

New online store.  Retail store Rototuna Centre in Hamilton.

Added November 2006