Question
The two-month-old baby has been having a bowel movement every few days recently, and this time, it’s been eight days without one. The baby pees a lot and drinks milk normally. I would like to ask the doctor if it’s normal for the baby to have a bowel movement so infrequently, or is there a possible cause? Thank you.
Answer
If a baby has bowel movements every few days, it might be due to bloating or slow intestinal peristalsis. If the stool is dry, it could indicate constipation. It’s recommended to give the child some cooling and tranquilizing granules by mouth for adjustment, and to drink more water to help with defecation. Additionally, you can massage the baby’s belly to promote intestinal peristalsis, and use some probiotics for adjustment as well. It’s important to keep the baby well-hydrated and perform clockwise abdominal massage. If there is no improvement for a long time, it’s necessary to seek medical attention promptly to rule out congenital intestinal diseases.