Infant hiccups advice and curiosities

Newborn hiccups are a very common phenomenon, newborn hiccups are a harmless mechanism and generally do not cause discomfort or disturbance.

Why does newborn hiccups develop?

The hiccups of the newborn is a harmless mechanism, the causes are still not entirely known, but the hypotheses generated are different. The immaturity of the digestive system could be responsible for the cause of the newborn's hiccups. Another possible cause may be frequent crying attacks in the infant, the causes of the newborn's hiccups after feeding are due to the rapid ingestion of milk which also favors the ingestion of air.

Newborn hiccups: when to worry

The newborn hiccup is a very frequent phenomenon, considered harmless, usually the newborn's hiccups last a short time and tends to resolve in a completely spontaneous way with belching, but in the case in which the newborn's hiccups last more than 48H and is associated with other symptoms it is advisable to call the pediatrician as it can be a wake-up call for more important pathologies.

Remedies for hiccups in the newborn

Hiccups in newborns is a phenomenon that usually tends to resolve spontaneously, to prevent hiccups in newborns it is advisable to ensure correct attachment to the breast to prevent the newborn from ingesting air, one of the remedies for hiccups in newborns is to ensure a small pause during breastfeeding and encourage belching. An excellent remedy for hiccups in babies is to help him relax, so as to also relax the diaphragmatic muscles, the recommended position in case of hiccups is to hold the baby vertically, massaging his back.

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