Patient's question:
Newborn 17 days old, always chokes on milk while drinking, no vomiting, breathing during feeding, always feels like can't catch breath, gurgling sounds in throat, sometimes coughs after drinking a few sips, stomach always gurgles, feels relieved after passing gas... Has not vomited milk.Doctor's answer:
The baby's ability to swallow dryly has not improved much, so it's easy to choke when feeding. When feeding, slightly lift the baby's head. Newborns choking on milk is mainly because the milk flows too quickly. If you are bottle-feeding, I recommend using a round-hole nipple, as the flow rate is smaller. Do not use a cross-shaped nipple, as it is for older babies. If you are breastfeeding exclusively and the baby chokes, try supporting your breast with your hand to slow down the milk flow. The above are suggestions for this issue. I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!