Question
What causes a three-month-old baby to vomit when held upright?
Answer
Vomiting is a common occurrence during infancy. Here are some tips to help reduce the instances of vomiting:
- Ensure that the baby does not overeat during each feeding, opting for smaller, more frequent meals to reduce stomach pressure.
- After feeding, hold the baby vertically on your shoulder and gently pat the back to expel air from the stomach.
- Avoid feeding too quickly or eagerly, and give the baby time to breathe in between.
- Make sure the bottle’s hole is evenly sized, preventing difficulties in breastfeeding due to too small or too large openings.
- Do not lay the baby flat immediately after feeding; instead, elevate the upper body and gently pat the back.
- Avoid agitating or shaking the baby after feeding.