Patient's question:
Eight-month-old baby, recently fed apple juice, banana puree, and spinach rice porridge. I'm not sure if it's because of too much rice porridge or something else, but lately, the baby has been making burps that sound like stomach gas, which seems to be a new symptom. The baby has also been experiencing constipation lately. I don't know how to handle these burps.Doctor's answer:
The baby is still young, and the gastrointestinal function has not fully developed. When feeding the baby, it is essential to pay attention to small amounts and frequent meals, eating easily digestible foods, and never overfeed the baby at once to avoid indigestion. Burping is caused by the accumulation of gas in the stomach. It is recommended to gently massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction to promote intestinal peristalsis, help with bowel movements, and improve constipation.