{
  "id": 12095247,
  "title": "How to Avoid Hiccups in Newborn",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/how-to-avoid-hiccups-in-newborn",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-05T06:40:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/how-to-avoid-hiccups-in-newborn/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Newborn hiccups are quite common and typically not a cause for concern. They often occur during or after feeding when a baby takes in too much air. While it can be disconcerting for new parents, most hiccups resolve on their own. To minimize hiccups, employ calm feeding techniques, assist with burping, and prevent overfeeding. Adjusting feeding habits can help reduce the frequency of hiccups. Feed your newborn before they become overly hungry, as a hungry baby may gulp air while eating. Look for early feeding cues like rooting or lip smacking, and feed when your baby shows these signs. Maintain a calm environment during feeding and let the baby eat at a steady pace. If bottle-feeding, ensure the feeding position and nipple flow are suitable. Remain calm and patient when hiccups occur, as they often cause more distress to parents than the infant. If hiccups persist during feeding, pause, change the baby's position, and attempt to burp them. Refrain from using unproven remedies, such as giving water, sugar, or herbal treatments to stop hiccups, unless advised by a healthcare provider. Always maintain safe feeding positions, supporting your baby's head and upper body appropriately. After feeding, keep the baby upright and avoid putting pressure on their stomach. Ensure a comfortable sleeping arrangement on their back, as hiccups or spit-up should not influence sleep positioning. Consult a healthcare professional if hiccups are accompanied by symptoms like excessive vomiting, poor feeding, or weight loss.",
  "summary": "Hiccups are very common in newborn babies and usually do not mean that something is wrong. They can happen during or after feeding when a baby swallows air, feeds quickly or has a full stomach. Although it may be worrying for new parents, most newborn hiccups stop naturally. Learning how to avoid hiccups in newborn [...] The post How to Avoid Hiccups in Newborn appeared first on Kahawatungu .",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}