Patient's question:
What causes a newborn to burp? It's not burping after feeding. Instead, it burps after eating for a while, sleeping for a bit, and does so without realizing it.Doctor's answer:
Hello, this is normal because the nervous system of young children is not fully developed, making the diaphragm prone to spasms, which can cause hiccups. There's no problem with this; it will improve as the child grows. After feeding, gently pat the baby's back. Generally, if the child hiccups after waking up, the first thing to consider is diaphragmatic spasms accompanied by indigestion, which often leads to bowel movements. I suggest you gently massage the child's abdomen in a clockwise direction to see if it helps.