Question
The cesarean birth baby hasn’t had a bowel movement once on the third day, urinated once with a small amount, breastfed frequently, and had normal bowel movements the first two days. The baby has been sleeping longer on the third day. What’s going on?
Answer
Check if the baby’s belly is bloated, touch to see if it’s soft, and confirm if meconium has been completely expelled. Suggest that parents keep the baby’s abdomen warm and check if jaundice has improved, as frequent breastfeeding and low urine output may be disproportionate. This is the suggestion for “What’s Happening if a Cesarean Birth Baby Only Poops Once on the Third Day?” We hope it helps and wish you health!