The reasons why babies frequently spit up milk and how to deal with it
Frequent spitting up of milk by babies is a common phenomenon and is also a big challenge for new parents. But realize that this problem is inherently solvable, you just need to understand the cause and take appropriate measures. This article will elaborate on four aspects of feeding, digestive problems, overfeeding, and health problems.
Feeding issues
If a baby doesn\’t feed well, sucks too quickly or swallows air, it can lead to nausea and vomiting. Therefore, correct feeding posture is very important. Newborns should be held up and the breast close to their mouth; babies should keep swallowing as this helps them maintain a sucking rhythm; when the baby has difficulty sucking at the nipple, pinch the nipple around your fingers Stay and let the baby get milk. When the baby naturally sheds tears, indicating that he has swallowed too much milk, you can stop for a while and then let him rest.
Digestive problems
The baby\’s digestive system is still relatively fragile, and some brands of formula may be too filling, which can also cause the baby\’s gastric discomfort, nausea and even vomiting. In addition, if the mother eats certain foods, it can also affect the baby\’s digestive system. Therefore, it is necessary to choose a formula suitable for the baby. Mothers should pay attention to low-fat, non-irritating foods in their diet, and eat less sweets, high-fat, caffeine and other irritating foods.
Overfeeding
Babies should be allowed to control their own eating rhythm during feeding. If you drink too much milk powder or milk at one time or too much too quickly, it will affect your baby\’s digestion. Overeating in infants should be avoided. If the baby chokes while eating milk powder, you can lift the bottle slightly to let air enter the bottle, and the baby will stop sucking. At this time, help the baby pat his back to help the baby cough up the food.
Health issues
If the above suggestions don\’t solve the problem, it may be a sign of a medical problem. It could be digestive issues or other health issues, such as infant reflux, stomach bleeding, etc. At this time, you need to see a doctor promptly for investigation and treatment.
Summary
In summary, frequent spitting up in babies may be caused by feeding problems, digestive issues, overfeeding, or health problems. In order to avoid the phenomenon of babies spitting up milk, it is recommended that mothers should pay attention to the size of the bottle, nipple, and formula selection when feeding. The best way is to let the baby control their eating rhythm. If the above suggestions cannot solve the problem, you may consider that the baby has a health problem and needs to see a doctor in time.
