Question
When newborns are drinking milk, sometimes their arms and legs keep straining, and after a while, they stop drinking and cry with their faces red. The crying is not painful. If this happens repeatedly, could it be because the milk is insufficient? What could be the reason?
Answer
This situation is caused by insufficient milk supply, leading the child to eat less and feel anxious. It’s important for the baby to increase nutrition by eating more dishes like pork rib soup, bone soup, etc. If the milk supply is indeed insufficient, feeding the baby additional milk can help increase the baby’s nutrition to meet the needs of growth and development, thereby avoiding malnutrition. If the baby shows this symptom after being fed formula milk, it is recommended to consult a pediatrician at the hospital.