Question
What Causes Hiccups?
Answer
Hiccups are a common symptom in infancy, often caused by overfeeding a baby. Reducing the amount of food given can help. Holding the baby and stimulating the soles of their feet to cry can also stop the sudden contraction of the diaphragm. Avoid feeding the baby when they are crying loudly to prevent them from swallowing large amounts of air into their stomach, which can trigger hiccups. Paying attention to the temperature of the milk and strengthening abdominal warmth are also measures to prevent hiccups in infants.