1. Reasons why babies spit up milk
1.1 Physiological reasons
1.2 Improper diet
1.3 Digestive problems
It is very common for babies to spit up milk, but parents often feel very annoyed. So, why do babies keep spitting up milk?
1. Reasons why babies spit up milk
1.1 Physiological reasons
The digestion of newborns is not yet fully developed, so gastric emptying takes longer and the gastric capacity is smaller. This means that after the baby drinks milk, if he does not burp in time or change his position to allow him to pass gas, it will lead to problems such as gas accumulation in the stomach and excessive gastric acid secretion, causing reflux and vomiting.
In addition, due to insufficient esophageal sphincter tone in newborns, food can easily be brought into the trachea and lungs when eating, causing choking.
1.2 Improper diet
Some parents may think that feeding more milk powder or adding complementary foods can help their babies grow healthier. But feeding too much or too little will have an impact on the baby.
Overfeeding can cause indigestion, overburdening the gastrointestinal tract, and vomiting of milk in babies. Feeding too little will lead to weight loss, malnutrition and other problems in the baby.
1.3 Digestive problems
If a baby spits up milk for a long time, it may be due to some digestive problems, esophageal sphincter dysfunction, gastrointestinal inflammation, etc.
At this time, you need to take your baby to the hospital for examination in time and receive treatment according to the situation.
2. How to prevent babies from spitting up milk
2.1 Correct breastfeeding posture
2.2 Feeding amount and frequency
2.3 Burping the baby
2.4 Pay attention to food hygiene
In order to prevent babies from spitting up milk, parents can take the following measures:
2.1 Correct breastfeeding posture
When feeding, you can let the baby lie on his back on the mother\’s or father\’s legs, with his head slightly raised. This prevents food from entering the trachea and lungs.
In addition, when feeding, make sure that the nipple completely enters the baby\’s mouth, and let him suck it by himself, do not force it in.
2.2 Feeding amount and frequency
According to the baby\’s weight and age, the amount and frequency of feeding should be reasonable. Generally speaking, newborns need to be fed 8-12 times a day, and the amount of milk each time is between 60-90ml.
2.3 Burping the baby
After feeding, you need to pat the baby\’s back or gently massage the abdomen to help him expel gas. This can reduce the accumulation of gas in the stomach and avoid reflux and vomiting.
2.4 Pay attention to food hygiene
Parents need to pay attention to food hygiene and avoid bacterial infections caused by food contamination. At the same time, when adding complementary foods to your baby, you should also pay attention to choosing fresh,Clean, easily digestible food.
3. When do you need medical treatment
If your baby spits up milk for a long time and is accompanied by the following symptoms, you need to seek medical attention promptly:
3.1 Frequent vomiting
3.2 Indigestion
3.3 Slow physical development
3.4 Abnormal status
In addition, before seeking medical treatment, parents can also record information such as the time, situation and frequency of the baby spitting up milk to facilitate doctor diagnosis and treatment.
In short, although babies spitting up milk is very common, parents also need to take timely measures to prevent and treat it. If any abnormality occurs, you must seek medical treatment in time.
