Care for babies should be meticulous in order to allow them to grow up happily in a healthy environment. The most common problem they encounter is vomiting milk. Sometimes, milk may even gush out of the nose, catching the mother off guard. So, what if a three-and-a-half-year-old baby vomits after feeding? Let's learn about it together.
Firstly, the baby's stomach capacity is relatively small, and the digestive system is also incomplete, resulting in slow peristalsis of the gastrointestinal tract. If the baby eats too much, eats too quickly, or inhales too much air, it can cause the baby to vomit milk. So when feeding the baby, not only should you pay attention to posture, but also to dosage. After feeding, do not immediately let the baby lie flat.
Secondly, the most crucial issue is to burp the baby after feeding. Hold the baby upright and place it on the mother's shoulder. Gently pat the baby's back with your palm, from bottom to top, until the baby burps. Usually, let the baby lie flat again after 15 to 30 minutes, which can effectively alleviate the situation of spitting milk and avoid the danger of choking on milk.
At the same time, there is another situation that can cause a baby to vomit milk, which is a problem with the baby's digestive system. If the situation is severe, further medical treatment is needed to determine the cause through examination and targeted treatment. Usually, you can massage the baby's abdomen to avoid vomiting caused by bloating, especially for breastfeeding mothers who need to pay attention to their diet.
