Patient's question:
The baby is three months old, and recently the intestinal gas has suddenly become severe again. The baby cries when passing gas, but it gets better afterward. Besides, the baby needs me to lift his legs and spread his little buttocks to help him poop, otherwise he strains hard but doesn’t seem to be able to poop on his own. Normally, he is taking probiotics (Hegenye) and I want to ask if helping him poop like this could cause rejection? Also, since I’m mixed feeding, does the baby’s frequent intestinal gas mean I need to avoid certain foods, such as eggs?Doctor's answer:
At this age, a baby's bowel habits are often related to the feeding method. Generally, breastfed babies tend to have looser stools and may have bowel movements many times a day. In contrast, formula-fed or artificially fed babies usually have drier stools, with bowel movements occurring once a day or every few days. If your baby is formula-fed, we recommend providing them with a glass of plain water between feedings. Drinking more water can help the intestines better process excess moisture, alleviating constipation. Additionally, abdominal massage can be performed on your baby to slow down the movement of the gastrointestinal tract.