Patient's question:
The three-month-old baby refuses to eat milk, won't suck the nipple, and won't use the bottle, but is drowsy and will eat when sleeping. This situation has been ongoing for two weeks. The baby was born on December 2nd and will be four months old on April 1st.Doctor's answer:
There are many reasons why babies may refuse to nurse, such as discomfort, teething, or excessive introduction of complementary foods. If these reasons are ruled out and the baby is in good spirits, it may be a common physiological nursing refusal period for babies aged 3-5 months. As a baby's vision and hearing develop, their curiosity about the surrounding environment can affect their interest in nursing.Suggestions: It is recommended to keep the environment quiet and dim the lighting when feeding. Offer small, frequent meals. You can also feed the baby a bit more when they are drowsy before sleep to ensure they meet their daily milk intake needs.