Should You Give Gripe Water To Your Fussy Baby?

One thing to be on the lookout for if you give your baby gripe water is an allergic reaction. Although unlikely, it is possible your baby will be allergic to one of the ingredients in the formula. Signs of an allergic reaction include hives, itchiness, watery eyes and vomiting or diarrhea.

Also, a main ingredient in many gripe water formulas is sugar, which has the potential to harm your baby's emerging teeth.