Patient's question:
My baby has been having normal bowel movements, with 1-2 per day. I am practicing mixed feeding for my baby. I started giving juice to the baby at 48 days, but since drinking the juice, the baby has stopped having bowel movements. After 4 days, I started adding Hainingbao, and in the afternoon, the baby had a bowel movement that was not dry.Doctor's answer:
When babies reach a certain stage, they may experience a phenomenon called "accumulation of feces," which is an indication of improved digestive and absorption capabilities. At this time, the baby shows no adverse symptoms, and when they defecate, the stool remains soft. You can gently feel your baby's abdomen to check if it's hard, and observe their behavior for any signs of crying, restlessness, or lack of alertness. If there are none, you can generally feel at ease. Additionally, you can offer your baby some water. If you still feel concerned, take your baby to the hospital for a check-up. Suppositories are not recommended as they are said to cause dependency. Instead, you can try the soft soap stick method: cut a small piece of soap into a long strip, soak it in warm water until it becomes soft, and gently and slowly insert it into your baby's rectum. The soap stick should be about half the length of your baby's little finger, with a thickness similar to that of your fingernail. Leave it in for about 15 minutes, and the stool should come out.