Question
Description: The baby hasn’t pooped for two days, but is eating and sleeping normally. There’s a bit of belly bloating and small red spots on the face and head, which might be heat rash. The baby has been fed with mixtures of Miracle Baby Fire-Relieving Liquid and milk, and has had their face washed with honeysuckle water. Advice on how to handle baby constipation is sought.
Answer
Hello! It’s normal for a full-month-old baby to have bowel movements 2-3 times a day or every 2-3 days. As long as the child is not crying, has no abdominal bloating, and the anus is normal, no treatment is necessary. You can gently rub the baby’s abdomen in a clockwise direction to promote intestinal peristalsis and aid in defecation. If the baby is breastfed, the mother can eat more roughage foods like leeks and celery. It’s recommended to give the baby more water and observe for any other discomforts.