Question
My son is two years old, and his stools are always dry and sometimes hard, causing bleeding from the anus. I am very worried. Is it related to the fact that he was not born naturally? It started when he was 7-8 months old.
Answer
Dry stools can stimulate the anus, causing pain and discomfort, leading the baby to fear defecation. When stools are difficult to pass, the longer they remain in the body, the more toxins accumulate, affecting normal metabolism, leading to malnutrition and decreased resistance. So, how can the stool of a constipated baby be expelled quickly? Gently massage your palm and place it flat on your baby’s navel, then gently push in a clockwise direction. This not only accelerates the baby’s intestinal peristalsis but also promotes bowel movement and aids digestion. For the rectal thermometer method, cut the end seal of the rectal thermometer, and if there are bristles on the nozzle, they must be smoothed out, and a small amount of liquid must be squeezed out to prevent injury to the baby’s anus.