What should I do if my baby keeps hiccupping? How to alleviate scientifically?

Hiccups in babies are a common problem for many new parents. Although hiccups do not have a serious impact on the baby’s health in most cases, persistent hiccups can still worry parents. So, what should you do if your baby keeps hiccupping? Next, we will give you detailed answers from three aspects: cause analysis, scientific mitigation, and experts’ tips to stop hiccups.

1. Baby’s hiccups persist, reasons and solutions

1. Physiological reasons : The baby’s hiccups may be due to the immature development of the diaphragm, which is prone to spasms due to external stimulation. This situation usually does not require special treatment. As the baby grows, the hiccups will gradually decrease.

2. Improper feeding : Feeding too quickly, too much, or having a bottle with a nipple that is too large may cause the baby to swallow too much air and cause hiccups. It is recommended to keep the baby’s head high and feet low when feeding, choose a suitable bottle nipple, and pay attention to controlling the feeding speed.

3. Cold : Cold in the baby’s abdomen may cause diaphragm spasm, which may lead to hiccups. Therefore, attention should be paid to keeping the baby warm and preventing the abdomen from getting cold.

2. How to scientifically relieve the baby’s persistent hiccups?

1. Pat the baby’s back gently : When the baby hiccups, you can hold the baby upright and gently pat the back with a hollow palm to help the baby expel air from the stomach and relieve the symptoms of hiccups.

2. Feed warm water : Feeding the baby some warm water in an appropriate amount can help relieve diaphragm spasm and reduce hiccups. However, please note that the water temperature should not be too high to avoid scalding the baby’s mouth.

3. Diversion of attention : Diverting the baby’s attention through toys or music can sometimes make the hiccups stop naturally.

3. Babies have frequent hiccups. Experts teach you tips to stop hiccups.

1. Adjust the feeding position : When breastfeeding, ensure that the baby’s lips completely cover the nipple and areola to reduce air inhalation. When artificially feeding, choose a suitable bottle and nipple, and insert the nipple into the baby’s mouth to ensure its tightness.

2. Regular and quantitative feeding : Follow the principle of regular and quantitative feeding to prevent the baby from sucking rapidly due to hunger, resulting in swallowing too much air.

3. Pay attention to keeping the abdomen warm : Add or remove clothes for the baby in time according to weather changes, especially pay attention to keeping the abdomen warm to reduce hiccups caused by cold.

4. Observe the baby’s emotions : When the baby is nervous or crying, he or she may easily swallow air and cause hiccups. Therefore, parents should carefully observe their baby’s emotional changes and provide comfort in a timely manner.

In short, although hiccups are common in babies, in most cases there is nothing to worry about. By understanding the causes of hiccups, mastering scientific relief methods, and experts’ tips to stop hiccups, I believe that new parents can better deal with the problem of hiccups in their babies and protect their babies’ healthy growth. If your baby’s hiccups persist or are accompanied by other symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical advice promptly and seek professional help.