Patient's question:
Doctor, my baby's stool is often very dry and it takes several days for him to have a bowel movement. We are very worried about this. My baby is almost 9 months old and still breastfeeds, but he really doesn't like drinking water. What should we do? Can you give us some good advice?Doctor's answer:
Most importantly, it is essential to train the baby to develop a good habit of regular bowel movements. Generally, parents can help the baby gradually form the habit of regular bowel movements around 3 months of age. Starting from 3 months, after feeding the baby in the morning, parents can regularly help the baby sit in a basin, paying attention to the indoor temperature and the comfort of the toilet seat, so that the baby does not feel bored or uncomfortable with the basin. Place your palm downward and flat over the baby's navel, gently massaging in a clockwise direction. This can not only speed up the baby's intestinal peristalsis, thereby promoting bowel movements, but also aid in digestion.