Question
Newborns often experience vomiting after feeding, with the vomit having a sour taste. Is this situation normal? How should it be handled to ensure the baby’s nutrient absorption?
Answer
Vomiting or regurgitation is quite common in newborns and infants, and it is often physiological. This is mainly due to the immaturity of the baby’s stomach development. If the baby is gaining weight, shows no discomfort, and all physiological indicators are normal, then it can be considered physiological vomiting. However, if vomiting occurs frequently and in large quantities, weight gain is not observed, or symptoms such as abdominal distension, diarrhea, or fever are present, then it is necessary to consider whether there is a pathological condition. Based on the description, the baby’s vomiting situation seems to be physiological. It is recommended to gently pat the baby’s back after feeding, wait until they burp, and then place them to lie flat to reduce the occurrence of vomiting.