Question
Dear pediatrician, regarding the issue of a 1-month-old baby vomiting, sometimes it is a milky, thick substance. What could be the reason for this? The baby has been breastfed since birth, but this situation only started recently. How should we handle it?
Answer
Hello, there are several possible reasons for a 1-month-old baby to vomit, including overeating or eating too quickly. It is recommended to hold the baby upright and gently pat their back after feeding to help them burp. At the same time, it’s important to avoid letting the baby become too hungry before feeding to prevent them from eating too quickly and inhaling air, which can lead to vomiting. It is suggested to adopt a feeding method of small meals more frequently, and not to overfeed the baby at each feeding.