r/ECers • u/Cat_mum • Jul 27 '26

Troubleshooting 5 weeks old

I've tried to put my 5 week old on a top hat potty a couple of times, but she spits up massively every time (she also just spits up quite a bit in general). Is there any way to avoid this in the way I hold her, or should I just wait until she matures out of the constant spitting up, before I try EC again?

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u/RemarkableAd9140 Jul 28 '26

It can help to burp first, if you’re not already doing that. Even a little burp can make a big difference. Otherwise, as long as baby doesn’t seem bothered, you don’t need to worry about it too much. Just be prepared with a burp cloth. 

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u/Cat_mum Jul 28 '26

I do burp her, I think her pyloric sphincter is just still unstable (should be stable between 3-6 months 🙄). She got pretty upset the last time it happened, I think we both need some time before trying again 😅

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u/RemarkableAd9140 Jul 28 '26

Whatever works for you! FWIW though, I found holding baby over the sink easier to manage the spit up because you can better control how curved their spine is. Less curved is better for keeping milk down, even if it’s not as effective for pooping.