Knowing how much milk a baby needs is not easy. Of course, the pediatrician makes recommendations taking into account his age and size and, if you give him formula milk, surely follow the measurement indicated on the container. But each child is different and not all have the same appetite or the same needs.
For this reason, we often worry when the little one stops sucking at the breast or the bottle, or tells us that he does not want to eat anymore. Sometimes we even force him to finish the drink or the food he has on his plate, without knowing that we will probably end up causing indigestion or indigestion without meaning to.
When the child begins to speak, he can tell us in his own words that he is full or that his stomach hurts and we will then know that he has eaten more than necessary. But knowing when a baby has been stuffed is more complicated. In this case, we must know how to interpret her crying, recognize certain gestures and symptoms.
If your baby presents one or more of the aforementioned symptoms, you will know that he is suffering from an intoxication. The usual thing is that it passes naturally in about 12 or 15 hours. During this time, don’t force her to eat more food if she doesn’t want to, as this will only make the situation worse.
What you do need to do is make sure he stays hydrated, especially if he has diarrhea or is vomiting. Offer him water every so often and have him drink it in small sips, as taking big gulps will make him feel heavier.
You can gently massage the belly in a clockwise direction to promote digestion and reduce discomfort. You can even soothe him if you put a warm cloth or a bag of seeds on him. If the symptoms and discomfort persist, do not hesitate to take him to the pediatrician to rule out that something more serious is happening to him.
