How to Get Rid of Infant Hiccups?

Burp the baby during and after feeding

Feed the baby more slowly

Use a smaller bottle nipple flow if bottle-feeding

Pause feeding if the baby starts hiccuping

Keep the baby upright for 20 to 30 minutes after feeding

Check that the baby is not swallowing too much air during feeds

Avoid overfeeding

Offer a pacifier

Gently rub or pat the baby’s back

Wait for the hiccups to stop on their own

Contact a pediatrician if hiccups are frequent, prolonged, or seem to bother the baby

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