Patient's question:
The baby is now three and a half months old. This morning was the first time I introduced solid food for him. He ate Beikinmei carrot rice powder and one drop of colostrum powder. The baby didn't eat much, and as a result, he kept vomiting, but the vomit wouldn't come out. By the evening, it was still the same. I'm worried the baby might have food poisoning. What should I do? The baby only ate a few spoonfuls of the rice porridge, and it was very thin. After he finished eating, I gave him milk.Doctor's answer:
Hello:Generally, babies start adding complementary foods at four months or older, following the principle of starting with small amounts, transitioning from thin to thick, and introducing one type at a time. Rice porridge is best fed before breastfeeding as it is easier to digest. After introducing a new food, closely monitor the baby's digestive condition. If symptoms such as poor appetite, vomiting, abnormal bowel movements, or other issues occur, temporarily stop feeding that complementary food. Once the gastrointestinal function returns to normal, reintroduce the food starting from the initial amount or even a smaller quantity.
It is recommended to pause the addition of new foods. If vomiting persists, pay attention to whether the baby may be in the early stages of a cold, experiencing indigestion, constipation, or other conditions.