Question
A five-day-old baby has recently been frequently vomiting during breastfeeding. Initially, it was just milk, but for the past two days, it has been resembling bean curd residue. The baby continues to vomit about half an hour after feeding. What could be the cause of this? Could the vomiting be related to my evening meal diet? The baby hadn’t vomited before, even when eating more.
Answer
Based on the described symptoms, the baby may be experiencing digestive discomfort. When feeding the baby, it’s important to maintain regular and measured feedings, even with breast milk. After each feeding, the baby should be held upright and gently patted on the back to help expel gases from the stomach. Additionally, feeding probiotics to the baby can also help improve digestion. As a mother, it’s important to avoid spicy or irritating foods and to maintain a balanced diet.