Newborns are generally weak in all aspects of their bodies, and new parents should take preventive measures and learn how to properly take care of their newborns. The most common problem for newborns is spitting milk, so what should be done if a newborn baby frequently spits milk?
The most common reasons for newborn babies to vomit milk are excessive feeding frequency, feeding too much, and feeding too fast. The physiological reason for spitting milk is mainly because the baby's stomach is very small, not vertically downward like adults, but in a horizontal position. From the front, it appears horizontal. The cardia connecting the esophagus is wider and has a poorer closure effect than adults, while the pylorus connecting the small intestine is tighter, which is not conducive to nourishing qi. Children in the first three months usually vomit milk, and this symptom gradually disappears with age. Parents don't need to worry too much.
What should I do if a newborn baby frequently spits milk?
1. Change feeding position: Try to pick up the baby and feed it, keeping the baby's body tilted at around 45 degrees. When a mother is breastfeeding a baby, she should raise the baby's head and lower their body to reduce the symptoms of vomiting. When giving milk powder to babies, try not to let them drink while lying down. It is best for parents to pick them up for feeding. If feeding while lying down, do not immediately let the baby lie on their back after feeding. Instead, lie on their side for a while and then switch to lying on their back.
2. Choose the most suitable nipple hole: Babies who use nipple holes should pay attention to the size of the nipple hole. Too small to easily inhale air; Being too big can easily cause choking and result in severe coughing, both of which can lead to vomiting milk.
3. Change feeding time: When the baby experiences vomiting symptoms, pay attention to shortening the feeding time each time. Do not feed the baby for a long time, let the baby digest and absorb slowly. As the baby's digestive system adapts, they will no longer vomit milk.
4. Change the feeding frequency: If the baby spits milk, the feeding frequency should be reduced appropriately, from once every 2 hours to once every 3 hours.
5. Mothers need to strengthen their care: If a baby is vomiting milk, it may be due to air being ingested into their stomach, which is usually physiological vomiting. After feeding the baby, the mother should not immediately change her posture and let the baby burp, as this is less likely to cause vomiting.
