Question
Patient Age: Two months Detailed Condition and Purpose of Inquiry: My baby is two months old and has insufficient breast milk. I have tried three types of formula milk, but he cannot swallow any of them, vomiting immediately after each attempt. After vomiting the formula, he also spits out the next feeding of breast milk, in a jet-like . I have tried feeding him small amounts while gently patting him, but it has been ineffective. What should I do? Current Condition and Duration of Illness: Current General Condition: The best food for a baby is breast milk and formula milk; do not give him anything else casually. If there is no breast milk and he does not drink formula milk, the baby will be very uncomfortable at this time. You can try cooking some very thin congee, adding a small amount of camellia oil and salt. You can also try adding glucose or honey to rice porridge. If the baby has gastrointestinal discomfort, you can give him a syrup called ‘Mama Love’. Please note for any allergic reactions, such as red spots appearing on the face after consuming formula milk.
Answer
For a baby, breast milk and formula milk are the best foods. If the baby refuses to drink formula milk, you can try cooking thin congee or rice porridge and add a small amount of camellia oil, salt, glucose, or honey. If the baby has gastrointestinal discomfort, you can give him ‘Mama Love’ syrup. Please observe if the baby is allergic to formula milk; if red spots appear, pay attention to it. Do not give the baby other foods casually to avoid affecting his gastrointestinal health.