Patient's question:
How to deal with a 6-month-old baby not having a bowel movement for 3 days? Unknown about the previous treatment and its effectiveness: Not concerned about what kind of help: Please answer or tell me how to resolve itDoctor's answer:
Defecation is a reflexive activity. Through training, children can develop the habit of defecating at regular times. Generally, infants over three months old can start specialized training. After changing their diapers in the morning, they should be supported by an adult's hands and either sit on a toilet seat or a small potty chair. Consistently following a schedule for half to a month can help establish the habit. Once the habit is formed, do not change the time arbitrarily. For older children with chronic constipation, in addition to encouraging them to be more active and consume more fiber-rich foods, it is also important to establish a regular bowel movement schedule and develop good habits.