It is common for babies in the confinement period to occasionally spit up milk, but if the expelled substance resembles curds, this may be related to digestive issues or improper feeding methods. On one hand, it could be caused by indigestion. For example, if a newborn’s abdomen gets cold or there is insufficient breast milk, the ingested food may not be fully digested, leading to bloating and accumulation of food, which in turn can cause spitting up, with the expelled milk possibly appearing curd-like. In such cases, gently massaging or applying warm items to the baby’s abdomen can help alleviate this condition.
On the other hand, improper feeding methods may also lead to spitting up. Newborns have immature swallowing abilities, and overfeeding them at one time can overload their digestive systems, making them prone to spitting up, with the expelled milk appearing curd-like due to the mixture with stomach acid. Adjusting the strategy to adopt a frequent, small-portion feeding pattern can effectively reduce this issue.
It is worth noting that if the baby spits up accompanied by symptoms such as fever or diarrhea, it may indicate acute enteritis. This is usually caused by unclean food, where pathogens invade the intestinal wall, triggering inflammation, which not only leads to vomiting and abdominal pain but can also cause undigested food to be expelled in a curd-like form. In the face of such pathological causes, it is important to follow medical guidance for medication promptly, such as montmorillonite powder, or probiotics.
Additionally, spitting up may signal various health issues like gastroesophageal reflux, pyloric stenosis, congenital intestinal problems, gallstones, and intestinal obstruction, which require professional medical examination to determine the specific cause.
In daily care, ensuring a clean and safe environment for the newborn is crucial. Breastfeeding mothers should also pay attention to personal hygiene to prevent transmitting infection risks to the baby, ensuring the baby’s healthy growth.
