Question
The newborn in my brother’s family has been hiccuping continuously after feeding. We don’t know what the cause is, and everyone at home is particularly worried about him. What methods can be used to prevent it?
Answer
Newborns should not be placed to sleep immediately after eating, as this can lead to hiccups since the air inhaled during feeding cannot be expelled. Therefore, after feeding, the baby should be held upright, leaning against the shoulder, and gently patting the back. This way, half an hour later, allowing the baby to lie down can help eliminate the air in the baby’s body, reducing the occurrence of hiccups. Feeding the baby in small, frequent meals and paying attention to burping during feeding can also be effective. If the baby hiccups, feeding warm water can also help.