Question
My baby just turned one month old and hasn’t had a bowel movement for the past two days. They are eating and sleeping normally, but their belly is a bit bloated, and there are many red spots on their face and head, which might be heat rash. I’m worried the baby might have internal heat and am asking how to help them have a bowel movement.
Answer
Doctors suggest giving your baby more water and performing a clockwise abdominal massage to promote intestinal peristalsis and bowel movements. If they haven’t had a bowel movement for more than three days, medical treatment may be necessary. It’s also recommended that parents consume more fiber-rich foods and help the baby establish a regular bowel movement habit. Appropriate abdominal massage and activity can also help increase intestinal peristalsis and promote bowel movements.