What should I do if a newborn baby has hiccups a few days after birth?

Jun 29, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

The baby was just born a few days ago and has been hiccupping all day today. What should I do about hiccups in a newborn?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
For newborn babies who have hiccups a few days after birth, the following measures can generally be taken: 1. Newborns often have unstable sleep patterns and are prone to sleep deprivation, which can lead to hiccups. It's important to provide the baby with a good sleeping environment. 2. Newborns have immature gastrointestinal functions, and indigestion can easily cause hiccups. Gently massaging the baby's abdomen can help regulate digestion and reduce the likelihood of hiccups. 3. Newborns lose a lot of fluids and are prone to dehydration, which may trigger hiccups. It is important to replenish fluids promptly.