Question
Is it constipation if a 2-month-old baby does not defecate for several days?
Answer
The issue is not serious; just observe carefully. If the baby is experiencing difficulties with defecation, it may be related to overly refined breast milk. You can help by massaging the baby’s abdomen, feeding some ripe vegetable puree or mashed bananas, which can aid in promoting bowel movements. This condition might be due to fluid depletion leading to intestinal dryness, and can be treated with Beni Tong tea.