Question

The baby always spits out a big mouthful of milk after drinking, which can be really dangerous if no adult is around. What can I do to help?

Answer

Newborns may spit up due to a horizontal positioning of the stomach and incorrect methods or posture when changing diapers. Here are some suggestions:

  1. Change diapers regularly and avoid overfeeding the baby.
  2. When the mother is feeding, if there is too much milk, use the middle finger and index finger to pinch the nipple to reduce the flow of milk.
  3. After feeding, hold the baby upright, with their head resting on your shoulder, and gently pat their back for a few minutes until they burp.
  4. If using a bottle, make sure to adjust the hole of the nipple to prevent overfeeding. These methods can help reduce the occurrence of spitting up in babies.