Question
My baby has constipation and isn’t feeling well either. What should I do?
Answer
Firstly, you can use pediatric rectal suppositories or soap shavings, but the movement should be gentle. Additionally, it’s recommended to drink more water, and you can add milk powder partner to the formula or water, using one packet per day. Do not consume formula milk and calcium together; they should be taken two hours apart to avoid constipation and to ensure proper absorption of both. Consuming them together not only fails to have any effect but can also lead to serious side effects. For breastfed babies, mothers should pay attention to adjusting their dietary structure, eating more lightly, and drinking more water. Perform abdominal clockwise massage for the baby twice a day, each session lasting 5-10 minutes. Increase the intake of fruits and vegetable juices. Do not feed the baby too quickly during breastfeeding; dilute the formula milk if necessary.