![]() ![]() It would look like a lot more liquid than it actually is. Imagine spilling just a tablespoon of water on a table. A puddle of spit-up or a large spit-up stain can look like a lot of liquid, but it is important to consider how much liquid spreads. Parents often think that their babies are spitting up more than they actually are. Some babies spit up more than others, and it is important to remember that baby's stomachs are very small and can become full quickly. In babies, this muscle is not as developed as it is in adults and older children, resulting in frequent spitting up of stomach contents. There is a muscle ring between the stomach and the esophagus called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). ![]() If your child is vomiting, call your child's health care provider. If your baby spits up after the milk has had time to mix with your baby's stomach acid, the spit-up is likely to appear curdled.īaby spit-up differs from vomit in that the flow of spit-up is usually slower and stays closer to the baby's body, while vomiting is more forceful and projectile and can indicate illness. Spit up that looks like curdled milk is no reason to be alarmed, and there is an explanation. If your child spits up during or immediately after feeding, it is likely to have a smooth, milky texture. Because a baby's diet consists of primarily breast milk or formula, the spit-up is likely to be a white texture but can vary depending on how long after feeding your baby spits up. Spitting up refers to what happens in the first few months of your baby's life when they regurgitate some of their stomach contents. ![]() As long as your child is showing no other signs of illness, is alert, and is gaining weight, spit-up is not typically a cause for concern and generally slows down by 12 to 18 months of age. Spitting up can be even more jarring when the milk has a curdled appearance. If your baby is spitting up after feeding, you might wonder if this is something you should be concerned about. ![]()
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