Question
Doctor, my breast milk supply is insufficient, and my baby often vomits after feeding. How should I handle this situation?
Answer
Hello, your baby is about to turn three months old, and although you may be a novice, I am willing to share what I know. Based on experience, it is normal for infants to feed every four hours and up to 22 times a day, and sometimes it is also normal for them to feed every two hours. Possible reasons for infant vomiting include: 1. Check if the child is feeling cold. 2. Whether the mother has a cold. 3. After feeding, did you give the baby a standing hold and gently pat their back, which helps reduce vomiting. 4. Overfeeding the baby may also lead to vomiting. Reasons why infants refuse to sleep may include: 1. The baby may not be full yet. 2. When it’s cold outside, the baby may not want to sleep alone. 3. Poor sleep environment or inadequate warmth for the baby. Initially, many parents hope that their babies can sleep independently, but if the baby’s sleep is unstable, especially in cold weather…