Question
My baby is less than one month old and occasionally vomits while breastfeeding. What could be the reason, and are there any methods to reduce or avoid vomiting?
Answer
The reasons for baby vomiting may include pharyngitis, eating too fast, abnormal stomach digestion, and dysfunction of the lower esophageal sphincter. Mothers should pay attention to the baby’s mood, milk intake, complementary feeding amount, and stool condition. If all these aspects are normal, there is no need to worry excessively. During feeding, it is advisable to give the baby warm water, provide light and easy-to-digest complementary foods, ensure that the nipple is full of milk while breastfeeding to avoid the baby inhaling too much air, eat small meals frequently, and avoid exposing the baby to cold and hot stimuli. After improving the feeding method, the baby’s vomiting should improve.