Is the reduced frequency of bowel movements in a newborn due to insufficient feeding?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Hello, it should be so. Constipation in infants and young children is a common condition, mostly functional constipation. You can massage the baby's abdomen in a clockwise direction, twice a day, for 5-10 minutes each time. If it doesn't relieve after several days, you can use infant glycerin suppositories.