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40days old son

2020-11-27 00:43:03
My son 40days old severely holding breath 2-3tmes in every feed. He will drink milk only after completing 2-3 times of breath holding similarly in every feed. Finding very difficult to feed Pls help me out on this. And holding mostly during feed time Face becoming red not blue.
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Clean nostrils and put saline drops & Brest feeding in upright position Pinch on tummy if breath is held longer
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See pediatrician if baby turns blue after holding breath

Answered2020-11-27 05:46:49

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Hi, Use saline nasal drops and clean the nose first and then feed the baby.
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If baby is active and gaining weight adequately, nothing to worry.
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If baby is turning blue or stops breathing due these episodes, meet a paediatrician immediately.

Answered2020-11-27 01:47:37

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