What is the recommended feeding position for infants to reduce reflux?

• A. Supine during feeding
• B. Upright or semi-upright during and after feeding
• C. Prone during feeding
• D. Left side-lying during feeding

Answer: (B)

Keeping the baby upright or semi-upright during and after feeds helps reduce reflux because gravity helps keep stomach contents down and supports a more effective flow of milk into the stomach. This position also makes burping easier, which lowers swallowed air and discomfort that can contribute to reflux. Feeding while flat or in prone increases the chance of backflow into the esophagus, and though some babies may benefit from side-lying in certain situations, upright positioning is the most reliable way to minimize reflux during and after feeding. So, the recommended approach is to feed in an upright or semi-upright position and continue to hold the baby upright for a period after feeding.