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How should I deal with vomiting?


When your baby vomits, he's losing precious fluids. It's important to replace them so he won't get dehydrated. To do this, give him an electrolyte solution recommended by your doctor for a recommendation or clear liquids such as water or diluted apple juice - these are the easiest things for your baby to keep down. Experts recommend the following plan:

8226; Once he has stopped vomiting, start giving your baby small amounts of water or electrolyte solution (if you've got one to hand) every half-hour to an hour.

8226; If he manages to keep this down, give him 2oz / 50ml of electrolyte solution alternated with 2oz / 50ml of clear liquid every half-hour.

8226; After he's managed to keep down two of these doses without vomiting, add half-strength milk or formula, and increase the quantity of each feed to 3 or 4oz / 80-100ml every three or four hours.

If your baby hasn't vomited for 12 to 24 hours, you can start moving back to his regular diet, but keep giving him plenty of fluids. Start with easy to digest foods like cereal or yogurt. You can also try using frozen clear liquids, such as ice lollies if your child is over 12 months.

Going to sleep may also help settle your baby; the stomach often empties into the intestines during sleep, relieving his need to vomit. Don't give your child any anti-nausea medicines (prescription or over-the-counter) unless your GP has prescribed them.

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