Question

A 23-day-old baby has not had a bowel movement for the past 4 days. After using a pediatric enema, a large amount of stool was passed, but the baby has since stopped defecating again, and today marks the fourth day. In terms of feeding, the baby is primarily breastfed with only two instances of formula feeding.

Answer

The baby’s condition may be due to symptoms of indigestion. It is recommended to try massage therapy for the baby. Place the baby on their back on the bed, and the operator should gently rub the abdominal muscles with the palm root of the right hand, moving from the upper right abdomen to the upper left abdomen and then to the lower right abdomen. Repeat this process with light pressure, for about 10 minutes each time, and perform 2 to 3 times a day. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery.