Question
My 8-month-old baby has had dry stools for over half a month, defecating only once every two days, and the stool is hard. Initially, I thought the situation could be improved through nourishment, but it hasn’t improved. Now I’m hesitant about giving the baby medication and hope to get some advice from a doctor.
Answer
Based on the information you provided, it is recommended to use probiotics to regulate the baby’s intestinal flora, while also increasing the baby’s fluid intake. You can appropriately give the baby fruit juices, pureed fruits, or vegetable purees. If breastfeeding, the mother should pay attention to her diet and avoid spicy foods; if formula feeding, be mindful not to make the formula too concentrated. Additionally, massaging the baby’s abdomen can help promote intestinal peristalsis. I hope the baby can recover soon and live a healthy life.