Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on. The newborn is 19 days old, but they're eating and pooping very little and sleeping a lot. The doctor said it's constipation and suggested some food, but it hasn't helped much. Is there any other way to solve this?Doctor's answer:
Hello, if the baby eats less, then naturally they will have fewer bowel movements. The baby should have 2~4 bowel movements per day, depending on whether they are breastfed or formula-fed. Formula is more likely to cause constipation, so I hope you can give the baby a glass of water between feedings. Then, gently massage the baby's abdomen in a clockwise direction around the navel to promote intestinal movement. After that, you can give the baby medication. Take it twice a day, with one packet or half a packet each time. You can store it in the refrigerator and mix it with water that is not above 40 degrees Celsius.