After birth, some babies may easily inhale gas due to incorrect feeding methods, leading to bloating in their stomachs. The condition of bloating can make the baby feel irritable and restless, and may also cause crying and insomnia. So, what is a baby's bloating like?
Normally, if a baby experiences bloating, it is likely a sign of indigestion. If a baby experiences indigestion, it will be accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, etc. These symptoms can cause a loss of appetite and poor mental state, leading to insufficient nutrition intake and developmental disorders.
Mothers should adopt the correct feeding posture to prevent their babies from experiencing bloating. When feeding, the baby's mouth should hold the entire areola. If the baby is feeding from a bottle, mothers should be careful not to shake the bottle too hard when brewing milk powder to avoid creating bubbles that the baby may inhale. At the same time, breastfeeding mothers should also pay attention to their diet and avoid eating foods that cause bloating, such as sweet potatoes, chestnuts, and other foods.
Mothers should also pay attention to touching their baby's belly with their hands. If the baby's belly is very swollen and hard, it indicates that the phenomenon of bloating is quite serious. This situation will affect the baby's appetite, and the baby will also cry and make noise. At this time, the baby should be taken to the hospital for formal treatment. Usually, baby bloating is likely caused by gastrointestinal diseases such as enteritis.
