Question
The baby, who was born 26 days ago and is on mixed feeding, hasn’t pooped for more than a day or two and only has urine. The urine frequency is high. The baby eats frequently when hungry, meaning it eats several times in a row with short intervals between feedings. Then it goes several hours without being hungry. Is this situation normal?
Answer
For a baby under a month old who experiences constipation again with reduced bowel movements, it is necessary to adjust the feeding method. For breastfeeding mothers, consume less greasy food and more light vegetables and fruits. Drink some honey water to maintain regular bowel movements. When formula feeding, ensure the baby gets plenty of water to help relieve constipation. If there is no obvious improvement and constipation persists for a long time, it is necessary to go to the hospital for many checks to rule out the recurrence of intestinal obstruction or intussusception. Wishing the baby a healthy growth.