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A two-month-old baby who hasn’t pooped for four days may be suffering from constipation due to heat. It is recommended to use Mommy Love for opsonize, and if necessary, complement with an external cathartic ointment. Also, ensure the baby drinks plenty of water to prevent heat.

A two-month-old baby is having difficulty defecating, how should you handle this situation?

When introducing complementary foods for 8-month-old babies, follow the progressive principles of starting with small amounts, thin to thick, soft to hard, and from simple to diverse. Infants from 15 days to 1 month old should supplement vitamins A and D, with a daily intake of vitamin D at 400 international units. Babies from 1 to 3 months old can begin feeding on juices and vegetable water, gradually increasing the intake. Formula-fed infants require additional water, which can be provided starting from half a month after birth. Babies from 4 to 6 months old deplete their iron stores, so they should introduce complementary foods rich in iron and starches, such as congee, egg yolks, and vegetable purees. It’s okay to add a small amount of oil to the food, and the intake of egg yolks can be gradually increased.

If a baby’s diarrhea medication doesn’t show improvement, consider various treatment methods, including replenishing fluids and electrolytes, as well as possible intravenous therapy.

A seven-month-old baby suddenly develops diarrhea with no apparent cause, with an increase in stool frequency and a change in consistency, becoming increasingly watery. There is also redness and swelling around the anal area. How should I handle this situation?

Offer solutions for finding a little blood in a baby’s stool.

A two-month-old baby has a small bump on the right side of the umbilicus, which may be a hernia and requires close observation.

Excessive earwax in infants can lead to blockage of the external auditory canal, potentially causing inflammation, and requires professional medical assistance for cleaning.

Professional advice for dealing with an 8-month-old baby who feels nauseous when eating solid foods