Most babies won’t want to eat or drink anything for a while after they throw up.
If your baby can’t keep the breastmilk or formula down, wait for 30 to 60 minutes before trying again.
If your baby is over 6 months old, you can also offer 1⁄2 teaspoon (2. 5 ml) of apple juice.
Applesauce Pear puree Mashed bananas Infant cereal mixed with water, formula, or breastmilk
If you’re putting your baby down to sleep, lay them on their side or back to prevent them from choking on vomit. If your baby has a birth defect, such as a cleft palate, position them on their side when putting them down.
If your baby is under 6 months old, you should also ask before giving them an OTC infant fever reducer. If your baby is under 2 months and has a fever, call your doctor right away to see what they recommend.
If you’re feeling exhausted caring for your baby, it’s important to ask for help from a partner, family, or friends.
Avoid running loud machines or appliances if the noise seems to bother your baby. Since you know your baby best, you’ll know when your baby is feeling better and ready to resume their usual routine.
Keep in mind that vomiting is more forceful than spitting up. There will also be more vomit than when your baby spits up.
The recommended amount of fluid for your baby will depend on your baby’s weight and overall health, so doctors usually ask you to track how many wet diapers they produce in a day. If your baby has fewer than 6 wet diapers in a 24-hour period, they’re becoming dehydrated.
Because they’re inaccurate, avoid using digital pacifier thermometers or fever strips.
If your baby continues to retch without producing any vomit, contact your doctor. Let the doctor know if your baby is projectile vomiting.
Listlessness Dry lips or mouth No wet diapers within 4 to 6 hours A sunken fontanel (soft spot on the head) No tears when crying
