Question
What should I do if my baby doesn’t have a bowel movement? Do I need to see a doctor? How long will the treatment take?
Answer
This situation is caused by a disorder in digestion. The fact that your baby hasn’t had a bowel movement for 6 or 7 days, as you described, might indicate pediatric physiological constipation. There are many reasons for this condition, such as insufficient diet, lack of sugar in the diet, which can lead to reduced digestive residue and less fecal volume. Additionally, a high protein content in the diet can make the stool alkaline, dry, and less frequent. Also, a higher calcium content in the food can cause constipation. It is recommended to give your child more water and supplement with an appropriate amount of juice. If breast milk is abundant, try to breastfeed as much as possible.