Patient's question:
My baby is a premature child. I was very worried about the child's condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has appeared with this series of conditions, and I am also very worried, afraid that the child will become worse. Is it normal for a newborn not to have a bowel movement for three days?Doctor's answer:
When did the baby start not having a bowel movement for three days? If it was normal before and only started recently, it might be a physiological phenomenon due to improved digestive and absorption abilities. As long as the baby shows no distress when not passing stools for 2 to 3 days or 4 to 5 days, and the stools remain yellow and soft without hard lumps, and the amount is not excessive, this is called "."You can continue to give the baby massage, massaging the abdomen 2 to 3 times a day to help with intestinal movement and facilitate bowel movement. It's also recommended to start bowel training for the baby from the later stages of the newborn period, teaching them to have regular bowel movements and cultivating good bowel habits.
For a stuffy nose, pay attention to keeping the baby warm. You can buy Double Ten Man (Hong Kong-made) ointment and apply it to the baby's fontanel.
Is your baby breastfed or formula-fed? If breastfed, it might be due to insufficient milk flow, making it difficult for the baby to feed effectively. If formula-fed, it could be due to a blocked nipple or a bottle cap tightened too tightly, causing slow milk flow.
For "" (excess heat), you can give the baby some warm water between feedings. Boil rush grass and de-stoned red dates to make a decoction for the baby to drink. Just give it a few times a day, with a small amount each time.