Belching and expulsion of gas from the baby is a matter of concern to many parents and is that when the baby makes the shots of milk, sucks the pacifier or crying swallows air that if it accumulates in the stomach can cause discomfort. These tips can help avoid and relieve baby's gas.
In any case, we must bear in mind that if the gases are very persistent, they are accompanied by other symptoms or we notice that the baby is very upset and we are not sure that the cause is those gases, we must consult with the pediatrician.
Try to expel the gases after each intake. For this there are several positions, such as with the baby incorporated on the shoulder and giving it a soft tap on the back. We can also put the baby sitting on our legs for a few minutes to favor belching. Many babies will not expel the gases and there will be no belching, but they may be calm, so we must not insist either.
If in the middle of the shot we notice that the baby stops breastfeeding restless, we must try to expel the gases, pausing and putting into practice the "techniques" seen in the previous point. It is likely that after burping he will still suck calmly.
Sometimes we notice that the milk comes out very quickly or with a jet of the breast and the baby "does not supply", so it is better to let it flow a little to prevent the baby from swallowing quickly and swallowing much more air.
Keep in mind that, in the first months of the baby's life, regurgitation or small vomiting of milk are frequent next to the belching. They don't have to worry if they don't affect the baby's weight gain and we don't see that it hurts. Of course, it is better to go well equipped with bibs or gauze to prevent them from going and getting stained continuously.
In no case should we let the baby cry long, since he is asking us for help in that way. But, also, when crying swallows air and gas can accumulate.
Avoid being late at lunchtime, because if the baby arrives at the very hungry shots, it will suck eagerly and swallow a lot of air when doing so. If you notice that the baby is restless and begins to make noises, he is probably already hungry.
If you think the baby has discomfort with the gases, we can relieve them by doing certain "exercises" by moving the little legs as if pedaling, or do gentle abdominal massages and circulates, clockwise. Here we explain everything about massages to relieve the baby's digestive discomfort.
In addition to all these tips to prevent or relieve baby's gasAnd remember not to give infusions, which can be dangerous for the baby, sugary drinks, or medications without consulting the pediatrician.
