Question
The baby has hard stool, with a small, very hard, and waterless piece excreted every morning for 8 days. Can the baby drink honey water? Besides honey water, what else can the baby eat to improve the situation? Can probiotics be taken?
Answer
Babies under one year old should not consume honey water to avoid potential poisoning issues. You can try giving the baby probiotic preparations to adjust the balance of intestinal flora. At the same time, encourage the baby to drink more water, and if the baby sweats a lot, consider using Yupingfeng Decoction to treat it to increase sweating. Additionally, gently push the baby’s abdomen in a clockwise direction around the navel to help with intestinal peristalsis and promote defecation.