Question
What should you do if a 5-month-old baby has constipation?
Answer
Infant constipation is often caused by insufficient water intake, overfeeding milk, or low intestinal function. Parents can increase the baby’s consumption of honey water and add a moderate amount of vegetable puree and fruit puree to help relieve constipation. If the situation is severe, a rectal suppository can be applied to the baby’s anus to assist with defecation. Additionally, giving the baby pediatric Qizhen pills can also help treat constipation. Wishing the baby a healthy growth!