It is the best choice for newborns to drink breast milk after birth, because breast milk contains the nutrients that young babies need the most, and the ingredients in breast milk are also more suitable for the baby's gastrointestinal absorption. However, some mothers have found that their children's stomachs swell after being breastfed. So, will newborns have a big belly after feeding?
Newborns usually do not have a large belly after feeding, but it will slightly bulge. The reason for the bulge is that the newborn's stomach is relatively small, and there will be a slight noticeable change after consuming milk. If a newborn's belly is found to be very large after breastfeeding, it is highly likely due to inhaling too much air. It is recommended that mothers develop a habit of burping newborns after drinking milk.
After breastfeeding, a newborn may have a large belly, which may be due to inhaling excess air while drinking milk. Therefore, mothers are reminded to pay attention to the posture of breastfeeding the newborn and avoid excessive air entering the newborn's stomach. Excessive air retention can cause discomfort in the newborn's body. Timely burping to expel stomach air can prevent the newborn from spitting or choking on milk.
A newborn with a large belly may also be due to the mother feeding too much, after all, the capacity of the stomach is small at birth, and if it eats too much, it will be very obvious. Mothers should pay attention to controlling the appetite of newborns. If the condition of a newborn's large belly remains unchanged after feeding, it is recommended to take the newborn to see a pediatrician to promptly address gastrointestinal issues.
