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How to stop hiccups in a newborn? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Hiccupping in a newborn is common and is not a cause for concern in most cases. However, there are some measures you can try to help stop or reduce hiccups in your newborn.
Try feeding your newborn upright, which can help reduce air intake during feeding. Feed the newborn slowly and calmly. Try using the method where you check if the baby still wants to suck before you continue feeding.
If the baby sucks on a pacifier, make sure the pacifier is the right size and is properly positioned. If the baby is fed through a bottle, choose a bottle with a smaller spout. After feeding, slowly lift the baby and hold him upright to help ease his digestion and stomach.
Try to create a calm environment while feeding and caring for the baby, as stress or stimuli can trigger hiccups. While it's essential to make sure your baby is getting enough food, check to see if frequent feedings may be a problem and may be contributing to the hiccups. Avoid excessively full meals, as too much food in the stomach can increase pressure on the diaphragm and trigger hiccups.
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