Question
The child is 43 days old and has been breastfed all along. Previously, the baby had six to seven bowel movements a day, which were watery. Gas passing also resulted in stool. No matter how you comfort the baby, they start crying again. What should I do?
Answer
Firstly, it is not normal for a baby to have six to seven bowel movements a day, especially with watery stools. This may indicate intestinal dysfunction. If the baby is breastfed, the mother should first reduce her intake of fatty foods, then conduct a stool test, and finally consult a doctor if necessary. Considering the possibility of the baby experiencing intestinal dysfunction again, if breastfeeding, the mother should first reduce her intake of fatty foods, then conduct a stool test, and finally consult a doctor if necessary.