Question
A four-month-old male baby has significant mood swings and his navel bulges when he cries, causing concern among parents about the possibility of a hernia. How should one handle a baby’s bulging navel during crying?
Answer
Excessive crying in infants can lead to a bulging navel, which requires attention to avoid the baby crying too much. There are cases where prolonged crying may result in an abnormally large navel, even with objects protruding. It is best to minimize the baby’s crying, as it is easy for them to inhale too much air during crying, leading to gastrointestinal bloating or other issues. When the baby is crying, try to divert their attention to reduce the duration of the crying.