Question
A 27-day-old baby has been without a bowel movement for a continuous 5 days and is passing gas frequently. What should be done?
Answer
Based on your description, it may be due to the baby drinking too little water or discomfort in the abdomen. It is recommended to increase the baby’s intake of plain water appropriately and perform abdominal massage. The mother should also drink more water and consume more cool, high-fiber foods such as bananas, pears, and celery. Hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish you and your baby good health!