Why does a baby spit up after feeding?
⚡ Short answer: There are several common reasons why babies spit up after feeding.
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bir anne · Feeding
why does baby spit up after feeding?
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There are several common reasons why babies spit up after feeding. The most common is that the stomach is still very small and babies swallow air during feeding. In babies, the valve between the food pipe and stomach (lower esophageal sphincter) isn't fully developed yet, so some milk can come back up. This is called "reflux" and usually gets better by 4-6 months on its own.
Other reasons include: feeding too fast, giving too much milk, a bottle nipple hole that's too big or too small, laying the baby down right after feeding, or trapped gas.
Important distinction: Spit-up (forceful, projectile) is different from "spill" (gentle leaking without the baby being upset). Spilling is usually not a problem. If the spit-up is forceful, greenish-yellow in color, or the baby seems uncomfortable and isn't gaining weight, talk to your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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