When your baby or child is fussy or not feeling well, it’s natural to look for whatever might help them. Parents around the world have administered gripe water to babies and children in hopes that it would soothe stomach issues, colic and more.1 Even with widespread use, there are still concerns about whether gripe water is safe for babies and children.1,2,3,4 Research shows that gripe water has not been proven safe or effective for babies or children, and we’ll explain why.1,2,3,4,5