Question

How should one handle abdominal pain in a 42-day-old baby?

Answer

For the issue of abdominal pain in a 42-day-old infant, the following measures can be taken:

  • Avoid giving the baby excessive calcium; the mother can consume calcium-rich foods or supplement calcium sources to promote the baby’s calcium absorption.
  • Use cod liver oil to aid in calcium absorption and allow for appropriate sun exposure, but ensure that the baby’s eyes are protected from direct sunlight.
  • Consider giving probiotics to help balance the baby’s intestinal flora and promote digestion.
  • For newborn intestinal colic, gentle abdominal massage can be performed, but attention should be paid to the intensity and range of the massage.
  • Since the newborn’s gastrointestinal function is not fully developed, intestinal cramps are common and usually resolve on their own without specific treatment.