Question
My baby is five months old and has been constantly suffering from dry vomiting. Sometimes, when the nipple is just placed in his mouth, he starts to vomit. Other times, he vomits immediately after finishing breastfeeding. My baby’s bowel movements are also not good; they occur about every eight days, but he doesn’t seem to be troubled by them.
Answer
Pay attention to the breastfeeding position, as babies are prone to swallowing air while feeding, and their stomachs have limited capacity and poor closure function, leading to food regurgitation and dry vomiting. If breastfeeding is too frequent, some of the food from the previous meal may still be stored in the stomach, which might affect the next meal’s intake and even cause stomach bloating and vomiting. Adopting an appropriate breastfeeding position can reduce the chance of baby vomiting. It is recommended to use the cradle-hold breastfeeding method to lower the possibility of baby vomiting. Additionally, adjust the frequency of breastfeeding to ensure appropriate intervals between feedings and avoid overloading the stomach. If the situation does not improve, it is advisable to consult a doctor for further advice. Regarding your baby’s bowel movement issues, each baby has different defecation frequency and habits. Having bowel movements every eight days may not be normal, but it also depends on whether your baby shows discomfort or pain during defecation. If your baby does not have other obvious discomfort symptoms and is gaining weight normally, there is no need to worry too much. However, if you are concerned about your baby’s bowel movement situation, it is recommended to consult a doctor for professional advice.