Question
Lately, I’ve occasionally noticed blood threads on the surface of my baby’s runny stool. The baby’s mental state and body temperature are normal, and there’s no change in weight. I would like to ask what could be the cause of this? And if I need to take the baby to the hospital, what kind of checks should be done?
Answer
- Drink plenty of water and add milk powder or water with milk partner (milk companion) daily, one packet per day.
- For breastfed babies, mothers need to pay attention to adjusting their dietary structure, eating more lightly, and also drink more water.
- Give the baby two abdominal clockwise massages daily, each lasting 5-10 minutes.
- If the baby hasn’t had a bowel movement for several days, consider using a pediatric enema or soap strip, but avoid long-term use.
- Increase the intake of fruits and vegetables.