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How can i avoid gas traped in my baby's stomach during feeding. it makes her uncomfortable. she is feeding on both breast and formula milk (nan 1).

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Dr. Sonober Umair answered

Burping: Burp frequently during and after feeding. Use appropriate nipple for age.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 8/14/2013

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Avoid overfeeding: It seems your baby has been overfed. I'd suggest empty one breast on each feeding every 3-4 hours. Two burpings at halfway and at the end of feeding are recommended as well.

Answered 6/8/2013

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A member asked:

How can i avoid gas traped in my baby's stomach during feeding. it makes her uncomfortable. she is feeding on both breast and formula milk (nan 1).

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sonober Umair answered

Dr Maes agreed

Dr. Jay Park answered

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