Patient's question:
The baby hasn't had a bowel movement for four and a half days, and sometimes doesn't eat much either. Can some honey water be given if there hasn't been a bowel movement for four and a half days?What kind of assistance is needed: If there is a satisfactory answer, please reject it promptly. Don't forgive the answerer!
Doctor's answer:
It's time to start solid foods, breast milk should never cause constipation in babies, so it must be the solid food's fault. This time, try to feed your baby with liquid or semi-liquid foods, like porridge, noodles, and avoid foods that are hard to digest. Because the baby might have poor digestion or "fire."Mom's diet also needs attention. Avoid greasy foods and eat more vegetables and fruits to aid digestion and hydration. When starting solid foods, don't rush—wait a few days first to see if there's any rejection. If the baby still rejects it after two days, consider trying again. Even soap bars can be used as a minimum to reduce dependency.