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Infants may suffer from newborn gas due to a number of reasons. New born gas is usually seen in the first two months. The gas developed in side the digestive tract will create discomfort the babies. Babies cannot eat well due to the presence of the newborn gas inside. The baby will not be hungry due to the gas.
The newborn gas may be caused due to the breakdown of food inside during digestion or due to the swallowing of air during feed. It can be also caused due to milk intolerance. If your infant suffers from newborn gas, consult a doctor. You can also use infant gas drops if necessary.
Newborn gas is produced when the infant drinks the breast milk for the first time. It is actually the byproduct of reactions taking place inside the digestive tract, which involves the interaction of lactose, proteins and other nutrients present in breast milk.
Newborn gas is also produced by the consumption of certain vegetables and foodstuffs. If the infant is using a feeding bottle to drink milk make sure that its nipple is of the appropriate size. If it is too small then air will also be taken inside along with the milk resulting in newborn gas.
Excessive production of milk by the mother at the time of breast feeding can also result in newborn gas. Large amount of foremilk will be produced and the infant consuming it may feel more fussiness inside his stomach. This is referred to as hyper lactation syndrome.
Newborn gas is also caused due to over stimulation. So the environment of the infant also matters. If the infant is more active during the day then there is more chance of developing gassiness at night
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