An indigestion reaction, prolonged crying or coughing, can also trigger it. There is nothing to worry about when a baby vomits from time to time. There are a number of causes of this, such as overfeeding, not burping properly, or even constipation. Your baby's oesophagus will develop as they get older and the reflux should stop. Yes, it’s normal for your baby to vomit after feeding formula. Reflux usually happens because your baby's food pipe (oesophagus) has not fully developed, so milk can come back up easily. This is usually only after trying other things or if their reflux is severe. Very rarely, surgery might be needed to strengthen the muscles to stop food or milk travelling back up. If the thickening powder does not help or your baby is breastfed, a GP or specialist might recommend medicines that stop your baby's stomach producing as much acid. For formula-fed babies, you may be told to give your child small amounts of rehydration solution every 15 minutes for 2 to 3 hours at first. a powder that's mixed with formula to thicken it.If your baby is formula-fed, you may be given: Babies may projectile vomit occasionally, but if it happens after every feed, see your doctor right away as it may be due to a blockage caused by thickening of the muscle at the outlet of the stomach. Treatment for reflux in babiesĪ GP or specialist may sometimes recommend treatments for reflux. will not stop crying and is very distressedĪlso call your GP or 111 if you have any other concerns about your baby.has diarrhoea that lasts for over a week or has signs of dehydration.keeps being sick and cannot keep fluid down.has a very high temperature or they feel hot or shivery.is projectile vomiting (being sick with more force than usual).

has vomit that's green or yellow, or has blood in it.

Baby projectile vomit after formula