Baby Feeding - Problems and Worries
At first, it is usually troublesome to get a hang of breast-feeding and although it is a natural thing to do, the baby might find it difficult to get used to it. In some other cases, there might be medical cases behind baby feeding troubles that can affect the baby’s appetite or the way the baby is absorbing food and necessary nutrients.
Depending on the age of the child, feeding problems might occur. In the initial stages, a new mother might take some time to get the feel of baby feeding and may worry that she might not be producing enough milk. But as long as the baby is growing at a normal rate there is usually no need for worry.
On some occasions, initial feeding problems could be due to anatomical issues or congenital troubles, such as, a serious congenital fissure of the hard palate or oesophageal atresia, or a generalized malady; which are usually identified. In some cases, minor troubles such as a common cold can disrupt conventional feeding patterns, but not for long.
Another worry among newborns is Gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GORD) that can also make baby feeding a troublesome task. This condition greatly affects the baby’s weight gain and causes immense stress for parents. Other serious problems and worries that hinder with the process of baby feeding and weight gain are disorders such as celiac disease, fibrocystic disease of the pancreas, colitis, diarrhea, constipation, and food intolerance.
Most baby feeding troubles particularly in small babies, straighten out without the reason behind it ever being diagnosed, but do get your doctor’s advice if you suspect that your baby is not gaining weight like he should or has a poor appetite.
Here are some of reasons behind baby feeding problems and the symptoms that will help you identify them:
* Intestinal colic - You will recognize intestinal colic by a reddened face, closed fists that are squeezed together tightly, and legs pulled up to the chest with long spells of loud bawling, usually seen 10 minutes after breast-feeding. Colic can occur at any time during the first few weeks after delivery. This is a common trouble with most infants and takes place about 2 children in every 10 babies.
* Crying before baby-feeding - Generally if the baby is crying before it is being breast-fed it is likely that the child is hungry. Mothers understand the different cries of their baby and what they mean after a period of time.
* Crying after baby-feeding - Usually if the baby tends to cry immediately after being fed it might be due to wind or intestinal colic. It is very important to ensure that your baby burps after every baby-feed; your doctor or medical caretaker may help you in showing how to do it.
* Medical troubles - Just like adults, feeling ill can put the baby off the need for food. A blocked nose can make it difficult for the child to breathe, which is an indication that the baby does not want to close its mouth while feeding.
Kevin Pederson provides information on pregnancy and baby care and has contributed many articles to Pregnancy Baby Care. The articles contain pregnancy tips and methods on dealing with the health concerns of pregnant mothers. They also provide guidance for newborn baby care with regards to diet, hygiene, and general care.
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