Patient's question:
Larger. Due to work reasons, I need to switch from breastfeeding to formula feeding. However, the baby often spits up after drinking formula. What should I do? What kind of help do I need: How to handle infant spitting up?Doctor's answer:
Because the baby's stomach is in a horizontal position and has a small capacity, overfeeding, improper feeding, indigestion, gastroesophageal reflux, and other factors can all cause vomiting.1: Immediately after feeding, if the baby is laid flat, fed too quickly, or swallows excessive air, vomiting may occur. After feeding, do not lay the baby flat immediately. Instead, rest the baby's head on an adult's shoulder and gently pat their back to expel stomach gas before laying them flat. Avoid vigorous activity after feeding.
2: Feed the baby in small, frequent amounts to prevent indigestion and reduce the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. Avoid feeding too quickly to prevent excessive air intake. Also, ensure the baby stays warm.