Patient's question:
My male baby is already three months old, but he kept crying and wanting to drink milk last night. I gave him 90ml, and after he finished drinking, I helped him clear the air. Then suddenly, he spat out a large mouthful of milk, scaring both me and his dad. Is it normal for babies to spit up milk? How can I prevent it from spitting up?Doctor's answer:
Infants vomiting milk in the early stages is normal, which is related to the incomplete development of the stomach. Usually, when vomiting milk, it is important to avoid blocking the airway. During feeding, you can feed the baby in small amounts and more frequently. If you are full, you can hold the baby upright for more than 15 minutes and gently pat the baby's back. When sleeping, you should not let the baby's head be below the abdomen, as this can cause milk to reflux from the stomach. For bottle feeding, you should avoid mixing milk with air.