Question
The infant has been experiencing frequent bowel movements after each feeding, a situation that started last week. The parents have taken the baby to the hospital for a check-up, and the stool test results were normal. The doctor prescribed an anti-diarrheal medicine called “Dulabao,” but after two days of taking the medication, the symptoms did not improve. The parents stopped giving the baby the medicine, and the baby still maintains the habit of having bowel movements after feeding, but the amount is less, and sometimes it’s only a small amount. The parents hope to understand the possible causes and coping measures for this situation.
Answer
An increase in bowel movements after breastfeeding in infants may be due to indigestion, a common occurrence in young children often caused by an underdeveloped digestive system. Parents should not be overly worried, but they should pay attention to keeping the baby warm, avoiding colds, and adopting the correct breastfeeding posture to prevent overfeeding and inhaling cold air. At the same time, breastfeeding mothers should be mindful of their diet, maintaining intake of easily digestible foods. Additionally, feeding the baby with probiotics like “Mama Love” may be helpful. I hope this information is helpful to you.