How to Feed a Newborn Without Choking

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

I. Adopt the appropriate feeding position: Try to hold the baby upright while feeding, allowing the baby's body to be tilted at about a 45-degree angle. This allows milk from the stomach to flow naturally into the small intestine, reducing the chance of spitting up compared to feeding while lying down.
II. Make sure the baby burps after feeding: Hold the baby upright against your shoulder and gently pat their back to help them burp and expel the air swallowed while drinking milk. Then place the baby back in bed, which can help prevent spitting up.
III. Avoid letting the baby lie flat immediately after feeding. Instead, keep them on their side for a while before turning them over to lie flat.
IV. Do not overfeed the baby, and avoid feeding intervals that are too close together. If spitting up persists even after adjusting feeding methods, it is recommended to take the baby to the hospital for a specific examination.