Patient's question:
The child stayed in the hospital for 10 days after birth and was fed with formula milk. After going home, breastfeeding began. In the two days before returning home, the child had some difficulty feeding, but after two more days, they became a bit more willing to eat. Is this related to the transition from formula to breastfeeding? How can I help the child with bowel movements? I heard that using Kao Sai Lu frequently is not good. Thank you!Doctor's answer:
The first thing to pay attention to when children have constipation is proper parental guidance. The signals before an infant defecates, basically at a fixed time every day, so that they can adapt to the defecation time. If the child does not defecate, it should not be forced, nor should children be forced to sit on the bed for a long time, or use laxative medication. For breastfeeding, it is recommended that mothers have a lighter diet and give more massages to the baby's abdomen.