1. Definition of infant milk overflow
2. Causes of baby overflowing milk
3. How to prevent babies from overflowing milk
4. How to deal with infant overflowing milk
1. Definition of infant milk overflow
Infant milk overflow refers to the flow of food from the stomach back into the esophagus and mouth during the baby\’s eating process, resulting in spitting or vomiting. This condition is more common in newborns and babies under 3 months old.
2. Causes of baby overflowing milk
1. The gastrointestinal function is not fully developed: Since the gastrointestinal function of the baby is not fully mature after birth, gastric acid secretion is insufficient, food cannot be fully digested, and reflux is easily caused.
2. Improper eating posture: If the baby\’s body posture is incorrect when eating, it will easily lead to too much food entering the stomach or too fast, which can also cause reflux.
3. Overfeeding: If parents overfeed their babies, they will eat too much too quickly, leading to reflux.
4. Improper nipple size: If the nipple is too large or too small, it will affect the baby\’s eating and lead to reflux.
5. The baby is too active: If the baby moves immediately after eating, it can easily cause reflux.
3. How to prevent babies from overflowing milk
1. Master the correct feeding posture: When feeding, the baby\’s head should be higher than the body to reduce the possibility of reflux.
2. Avoid overfeeding: Parents should feed the baby appropriately according to their needs and ensure that each feeding time is not too long.
3. Choose the right nipple: The size of the nipple should match the size of the baby\’s mouth so that they can suck normally.
4. Pay attention to letting the baby rest: After eating, the baby should be allowed to rest for a while before moving.
4. How to deal with milk overflow in babies
1. Clean up in time: If the baby overflows milk, it should be wiped clean with warm water in time.
2. Change posture: If your child has reflux, you can change their posture as soon as possible, pick them up and pat their back gently to help digestion.
3. Adjust food intake: If your baby has repeated reflux, you can appropriately reduce the food intake each time and increase the frequency of feedings.
【Abstract】
Infant milk overflow is a common phenomenon among newborns and babies under 3 months old. It mainly manifests as food flowing back from the stomach into the esophagus and mouth, causing spitting or vomiting. Reasons include underdeveloped gastrointestinal functions, improper eating postures, overfeeding, inappropriate nipple size, and overly active babies. Preventing infant milk overflow requires mastering the correct feeding posture, avoiding overfeeding, choosing the right nipple, and allowing the baby to rest. Dealing with infant milk overflow requires timely cleaning, changing posture and adjusting food intake. For parents, knowing this knowledge can help them take better care of their ownchild.
