POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year agoA. It's common for young babies to spit up or vomit after feeding. However, frequent vomiting can be concerning. Here are some steps to help reduce and manage vomiting in your 2-month-old:
1. **Feeding Position**: Hold your baby upright during and after feeding for at least 20-30 minutes. This helps prevent milk from coming back up.
2. **Burping**: Burp your baby frequently during and after feeds to release any trapped air in the stomach. Try to burp your baby after every 2-3 ounces of milk or when switching breasts if breastfeeding.
3. **Smaller, More Frequent Feeds**: If you're bottle-feeding, offer smaller amounts of milk more frequently instead of larger amounts at longer intervals.
4. **Bottle Feeding Techniques**: Ensure the nipple hole in the bottle is the right size. If it's too large, your baby might be drinking too quickly, leading to vomiting. Also, make sure the bottle is tilted to prevent swallowing air.
5. **Check for Overfeeding**: Avoid overfeeding your baby. Follow the recommended amounts based on your pediatrician's advice.
6. **Keep Calm and Quiet**: Keep the environment calm during and after feeding. Avoid jostling or playing vigorously with your baby immediately after they eat.
7. **Monitor for Allergies**: If you suspect a milk allergy or intolerance (especially if you see other symptoms like rash, diarrhea, or excessive fussiness), consult your pediatrician.
8. **Thicken Feeds (if recommended)**: In some cases, pediatricians recommend thickening the feed slightly with cereal to help prevent vomiting. This should only be done under medical advice.
9. **Assess Feeding Technique**: Ensure proper latch if breastfeeding. Sometimes, improper latch can cause swallowing of air and subsequent vomiting.
If your baby's vomiting is persistent, projectile, or if you notice other symptoms like weight loss, poor feeding, irritability, or signs of dehydration, it's important to consult your pediatrician. They can rule out conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or pyloric stenosis, which may require medical intervention.
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