Due to the developing digestive function of the baby's gastrointestinal tract, it is easy to experience bloating caused by crying or inhaling large amounts of air while breastfeeding, and in severe cases, nausea and vomiting may also occur. Let's learn together how to help babies breathe smoothly?
When a baby experiences bloating, they can relieve it by massaging their abdomen. Firstly, let the baby lie flat, and the mother's palm should be rubbed clockwise around the navel for about 8 to 10 circles. Then, gently grasp the ankles of both feet and simulate the posture of riding a bicycle, alternating between curling towards the abdomen, doing about 8 to 10 times on both sides. This massage method can effectively help babies smooth their breath, but it should be noted that it should be done half an hour after feeding.
In addition, considering that most babies tend to experience bloating due to excessive intake of air caused by feeding too quickly or the nipple opening not being suitable, in this case, the baby can be held upright by the mother's shoulder after feeding, and lightly tapped on the baby's back from bottom to top with a half held empty palm to help them burp and expel the inhaled air.
It should also be noted that breastfeeding mothers who consume excessive amounts of gas producing foods such as sweet potatoes and soy products may also cause their babies to absorb and experience bloating through breast milk. Therefore, it is recommended that mothers adjust their daily diet in a timely manner to avoid consuming such foods and improve their babies' bloating situation.
