The phenomenon of baby spitting up milk worries many parents. Is this related to catching a cold? In fact, sometimes spitting up milk is because the baby was not burped after feeding, causing them to swallow air. To prevent this situation, it is recommended to gently pat the baby’s back after feeding until they burp and then lay them down. As the baby grows, at around six months, the spitting up phenomenon usually naturally disappears, with no adverse effects on the baby’s development.
However, if the baby spits up severely, even right after feeding and the vomit looks like curdled milk, this may be a result of milk reacting with stomach acid. In the case of habitual spitting up, as long as the baby shows no signs of pain or discomfort before or after spitting up, has regular bowel movements, is energetic, and has a normal body temperature, there is usually no need to worry excessively; the situation will improve over time. For such babies, trying small, frequent feedings, keeping them upright after feeding to aid digestion can be helpful.
If the baby spits up frequently and the vomit contains yellow-green or coffee-colored liquid, accompanied by symptoms like diarrhea, fever, prompt medical attention should be sought to rule out other health issues.
Moreover, if the baby spits up milk like clear water and shows no other signs of discomfort, this is likely just “reflux” and is a common phenomenon that should not cause undue stress. However, if vomiting becomes frequent, severe, and affects the baby’s weight gain, consideration should be given to whether there are conditions like congenital hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, and timely professional evaluation is necessary.
Facing the situation of a baby spitting up milk, parents should observe accompanying symptoms and overall condition, adjust caregiving methods timely, and seek medical help when necessary. The correct care and timely medical intervention can effectively ensure the baby’s healthy growth.
