With the birth of the long-awaited baby, parents feel not only indescribable joy, but also an enormous responsibility for a small “little bundle of happiness”. Each respectable family tries to create the most comfortable living conditions for their child and does everything possible so that nothing threatens his health. But without difficulties, as you know, it is not possible to raise a child.
The concern most often is crying, colic and abdominal pain. Many are concerned that the baby is constantly pushing and groaning, even while in a dream. To identify the root cause, it is necessary to understand at least a little what it may be connected with. Our task is to deal with this problem and find out why this is happening.
Newborn groans and pushes: the reasons for this behavior
All babies begin to make strange sounds during bowel movements and become very tense. There is nothing terrible and frightening if there are no other signs of discomfort (temperature, crying, screaming, cramps, bloody mucus). If such behavior is observed constantly - both day and night, accompanied by grunts and straining, then, most likely, the child is worried about something. Thus, the baby expresses emotions and sensations. The most common causes include:
- The appearance of dried crusts in the nasal passage, which prevent the penetration of oxygen - the baby is trying to breathe and can not, all this is accompanied by various sounds and intense stress. Mom should regularly clean the nose with a nasal aspirator.
- Pediatricians believe that the baby is constantly pushing and groaning after overeating. This is a normal reaction to discomfort in the intestines (digestion). If at the same time the stool does not change, and the emptying occurs in a timely manner, then you can do a tummy massage or exercise "bicycle", which will contribute to the rapid activation of the digestive tract.
Intestinal colic
Colic usually appears in the third week of a child’s life and can last up to a year. These cramping seizures in the abdomen are combined with the following symptoms: poor appetite, frequent regurgitation, legs tightening, altered bowel movements, vomiting, flatulence, weight loss, belching. The child grunts and pushes all night, and also cries from pain.
Every second parent faces this problem, since the baby has not yet developed the intestinal tract. A nursing mother needs to select the menu more carefully so as not to provoke colic. Be sure to exclude products that cause strong gas formation. It is advisable to give your baby a drink that improves digestion.
Swallowing air
The baby is constantly pushing, makes grunting sounds and spits up if air enters the intestines with food. It is recommended to keep the baby upright after each feeding. Then put it on its side so that when belching the baby does not choke on the milk mixture. Periodically put it on the tummy, it is in this position that gas formation is better, and the muscle tissue of the peritoneum is strengthened.
Chair holding
The problem of changing the normal rhythm of bowel movements is becoming common. As a rule, bowel movement is carried out once every few days and with great difficulty. The baby is constantly pushing and grunting, while blushing and crying. The root cause is an unsuitable milk mixture (for artisans), a disturbed diet in the mother (the use of prohibited products), frequent use of laxatives, the use of enemas and pathologies of the intestinal tract.
Only a doctor can diagnose the problem with a full examination. Independently solve it and find out why the newborn groans and pushes in a dream, it is dangerous for the life of the child. Do not get involved in enemas, suppositories, and laxatives, as they wash out beneficial substances from a growing body.
How to prevent constipation?
Always pay attention to the behavior and habits of your child. If you notice that the child is constantly pushing, crosses his legs and is very tense during emptying, then this is the first alarm signal about possible gastrointestinal disturbances. In order to avoid this, strictly control the diet, monitor the amount of fluid you drink, do not inject complementary foods before six months.
If the baby is breast-fed or breast-fed, then the mother should keep track of her menu. The adapted mixture is best chosen on the advice of a doctor and try not to change it. Physical activity and massage also help relieve the baby from constipation. Neurologists and pediatricians advise the child to do gymnastics daily: bending the legs, "bicycle", stroking the tummy (clockwise). The proper technique will be taught by a specialist.
Many doctors recommend giving lintulose-containing products to the baby. The drug normalizes the microflora and has a mild laxative effect. In the first months of life, you can treat the baby with carminative medicines, but only as directed by a specialist.
Why does a newborn groan and push in a dream? Norm or pathology
The baby spends most of his time in a dream, and this is considered the norm. At the same time, sleep should be calm and not intermittent. It is considered quite natural when a child sobs, groans and sniffles. Bad signs are tension, constant crying and tightening of the legs.
This indicates the presence of intestinal problems. Infections and nervous diseases can also be the cause. It is possible that he was simply overfed or vice versa - he wants to eat. For a calm and complete sleep of the child, maintain a comfortable temperature in the room.
Ventilate the room regularly, maybe the baby is just stuffy. The absence or lack of fresh air, physical activity and emotional warmth negatively affects the state of the child. Try to observe the regimen of rest and feeding, especially up to a year. Do not forget to monitor hygiene: after each emptying, wash, change diapers and grease creases with cream.
Often sniffling and grunting is caused by tingling of the hair on different parts of the body. This irritates the delicate skin of the baby, provokes discomfort and anxiety. Wash the baby with a decoction of a string, chamomile or potassium permanganate before bedtime, wear clothes made of natural fabric. Traditional medicine recommends lubricating irritated areas with honey. This tip is not for everyone. Better consult your pediatrician.
When to contact a pediatrician?
If the baby is groaning and pushing around the clock for a long time, then without hesitation, contact your local pediatrician. Try to remember how long all the cries of the baby last, how much it tenses and when this is most often observed. Also pay attention to concomitant symptoms or their absence. All this information is extremely important during the examination.
It is possible that the body of a newborn is adapting to new conditions of life. Typically, grunting stops when digestive work is in progress. But even if your baby is cheerful, cheerful and eats well, you should not postpone a visit to the doctor. It will not be worse. The pediatrician will recommend suitable remedies for the prevention of intestinal disorders and colic.
Afterword
So we learned why the newborn groans and pushes, and also described the main causes leading to a similar problem. Not a single child is safe from illness and discomfort, but the parents are able to help the baby cope with gas, colic and constipation. Correct food, make sure that air does not enter the intestines of the child, drink it with plain water, do not allow hypothermia.
And of course, do daily gymnastics, pay attention to the baby and walk more. Remember that even minor symptoms can result in a huge problem if you do not see them in a timely manner. Study the behavior of your child well, as the baby is constantly pushing and groaning when it experiences new emotions or expresses discontent.