What to Do If Your Baby Often Chokes on Milk?

Question

After giving birth, my lower back is a bit sore, and I can’t always bend over to feed my baby. I usually let the baby lean against the nursing pillow while I lie down to feed. But the baby has a good appetite and sometimes drinks milk very fast, then chokes and cries. What should I do if my baby often chokes on milk?

Answer

Dear friend, your baby often chokes on milk due to ample milk supply and the baby’s fast suckling, which is not a pathological condition. If the situation is severe, you can try slowly feeding the milk into a bottle to avoid excessive milk causing choking. If the same problem persists even after switching to a bottle, it is recommended that you take your baby to the hospital for a check-up to understand the situation and receive further guidance.