Many young babies have a period during the day when they are unsettled. Although they’re crying with discomfort, they don’t appear to be hungry. This is often referred to as colic.
Posseting is something most young babies do. A small amount of milk from their stomach regurgitates back into their mouth without causing any harm. Babies with mild posseting will gain weight and thrive normally, and will grow out of it eventually.
If your baby is vomiting large amounts of milk, it could be down to either overfeeding or an infection. If your baby projectile-vomits, or vomits very frequently despite not being overfed, you should seek advice from your healthcare professional.
If your baby is constipated, it is always best to consult your healthcare professional.
Constipation refers to difficulty, delay or pain when passing stools.
Babies should not be weighed any more often than every two weeks – shorter intervals will not show accurate weight gain or loss.
If your baby is not growing properly, doctors call it ‘faltering growth’. Your health clinic will let you know if your baby has a problem, but signs to look out for yourself include: There are many ways to manage faltering growth in breastfed babies so it is important to consult your healthcare professional if your baby is not growing enough.
Please be aware that the information given in these articles is only intended as general advice and should in no way be taken as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or your family or your child is suffering from symptoms or conditions which are severe or persistent or you need specific medical advice, please seek professional medical assistance. Philips AVENT cannot be held responsible for any damages that result from the use of the information provided on this website.
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