Question
The newborn is 19 days old and has had a decrease in bowel movements in the past two days, from 7-8 times a day to 2-3 times. The baby also vomits whatever it eats. I suspect this may be due to a fire syndrome or insufficient breast milk due to the mother drinking Chinese medicine for milk production.
Answer
Based on the medical history, the newborn’s vomiting and decreased bowel movement frequency may be related to the mother’s use of Chinese medicine. It is recommended to discontinue the medication and observe the baby’s condition. At the same time, you can give the baby oral probiotics to regulate the gastrointestinal tract, and pay attention to the posture and speed of breastfeeding, as well as burping after feeding to reduce the risk of vomiting.