How to Deal with Newborn Bloating?

Question

My newborn often has belly bloating and frequent flatulence, but when we took them to the doctor for a check-up, no issues were found. How should we handle this situation?

Answer

Hello, based on your description, the newborn’s bloating may be due to dyspepsia. Firstly, make sure the baby is getting enough water and monitor the situation closely. If the symptoms do not improve, consider giving the baby oral Simmenthal decoction and combine it with abdominal massage to aid digestion. Additionally, since there are many factors that can lead to pediatric digestive diseases, if a diagnosis of digestive disease is confirmed, immediate treatment should be sought from a doctor, including gastrointestinal decompression measures, and good hygiene habits should be established. In terms of diet, the baby should consume appropriate foods and avoid cold or irritating foods.