Symptoms of abdominal distension in full moon babies

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Generally speaking, the baby full moon, the family will put full moon wine, celebrate the baby full moon, this is a happy thing. Full moon babies also need our care. Some full moon babies have flatulence and anorexia. Let's talk about the symptoms of full moon baby's abdominal distension

Symptoms of abdominal distension in full moon babies

First, in the case that the abdominal muscles do not have enough strength to bear, the abdomen will appear more prominent, especially when the baby is held, the abdomen will appear protruding and drooping. In addition, the front and back of the baby's body is round, not slightly flat like adults, which is one of the reasons why the belly looks bloated.

Second, babies are more prone to flatulence than adults. Baby eating, sucking too fast, will make the abdomen inhale air; If the size of the nipple hole is not appropriate, the air will enter the baby's body through the gap of the nipple; In addition, the baby excessive crying inhalation of air; Eating milk or other food, in the digestive tract through intestinal bacteria and other digestive enzymes and fermentation, produce a lot of gas will promote abdominal distension.

Third, if the baby can eat, have diarrhea, have no vomiting, feel soft in the stomach, have good activity, exhaust normally, and gain weight normally, most of this kind of abdominal distension belongs to functional abdominal distension, and there is no need for special treatment, as long as preventive measures are taken.

matters needing attention

1. A balanced diet. If breast milk contains too much sugar, sugar will ferment excessively in the baby's stomach, and it is also easy to cause baby flatulence. At this time, mother should pay attention to limit her sugar intake. In addition, if the baby is suspected to eat will cause abdominal distension, then breastfeeding mothers should eat some food will not cause abdominal distension. 2. Develop good eating habits. Don't let the baby be hungry for too long before feeding. If a baby is hungry for too long, it will eat too much, which will easily lead to abdominal distension. Therefore, feed the baby on time, gently massage the baby's back after eating, and promote baby burping. The gas in the baby's stomach is discharged from the esophagus. 3. Abdominal massage. Moderate massage can promote peristalsis and exhaust, so as to alleviate the baby's flatulence. The specific method is to wash hands first, and then take the baby's navel as the center, gently massage the baby's belly with the palm along the clockwise direction. Massage for about 5 minutes each time. Your hands should be warm and gentle, otherwise it will make your baby feel uncomfortable.