Question
The baby has not had a bowel movement for four consecutive days, and there are no other issues. The baby started eating apple flesh four days ago and stopped the vitamin A and D drops. Currently, the baby has not pooped for four days, and the head shakes from side to side during sleep, causing restless sleep. What methods can be used to solve this problem? Should one be concerned?
Answer
Not pooping for four days is a symptom of constipation. General treatment methods for constipation include: 1) Increasing fluid intake by adding milk powder or water with a milk partner, one packet per day. 2) For breastfed babies, the mother needs to adjust her diet structure to eat more lightly and also drink more water. 3) Give the baby a clockwise abdominal massage twice a day, for 5-10 minutes each time. 4) If bowel movements have not occurred for several days, baby laxatives or soap sticks can be used, but they should not be used long-term.