Question
A newborn experienced vomiting yellow fluid 11 days after birth, and had persistent crying shortly after birth, which only subsided after being fed water and falling asleep. What could this phenomenon indicate?
Answer
If a newborn’s vomit contains yellow or green matter, consider the possibility of gastroesophageal reflux. If there are no other abnormal symptoms, parents should pay attention to adjusting the feeding method. When bottle-feeding, ensure the nipple is filled with milk to prevent the baby from inhaling air. After breastfeeding, hold the baby upright, place them on your shoulder, and gently pat their back to promote burping and help expel gastrointestinal gases.