Question
A one-and-a-half-month-old newborn twists and strains completely as if urinating during feeding, with frequent farts. Sometimes, when the effort is intense, the baby gets tired and falls asleep. What’s happening? The baby is nursing normally, on a combination of breast milk and formula feeding.
Answer
A one-and-a-half-month-old baby on a mixed feeding schedule twists and strains, with frequent farts. This is a normal situation. However, if there are frequent farts, it may indicate some dyspepsia. It is important to feed appropriately. Under normal circumstances, formula should be fed every three to four hours, and water should be given in between feedings. Breast milk should be fed every two to three hours, and now the feeding intervals can be shortened, with more water in between feedings. Observe carefully.