Question
The newborn shakes their head after breastfeeding, and this situation has persisted for about a week. The shaking stops about 3 to 5 minutes after feeding. Is this behavior normal? Twenty days ago, the newborn had eczema on their face and was treated with cosmetics. Their face has now returned to smoothness. Is the shaking related to the eczema? Thank you for your assistance.
Answer
Shaking the head during breastfeeding is usually an expression of excitement in newborns, and this behavior stops when they are full. There is no need to be overly concerned about this phenomenon; it is simply a way for infants to express themselves and does not require special treatment. It is recommended that mothers pay extra attention to their diet, avoiding spicy, irritating, or greasy foods. It is also not suitable to eat cold fruits; vegetables and room-temperature fruits can be chosen instead. For symptoms such as indigestion or diarrhea, abdominal massage can be performed on the newborn, gently massaging in a clockwise direction without excessive force. For young newborns, medication should be avoided as much as possible.