Parents attach great importance to their children's diet, and in fact, everyone should also pay attention to their baby's bowel movements. Many children nowadays suffer from constipation, which requires timely bowel movements. If a baby frequently suffers from constipation, it is easy for it to develop into habitual constipation. So, what should I do if my baby doesn't defecate?
If a baby does not defecate properly, it is considered constipation. If the child's constipation is not very severe, they can be given some laxative foods, such as bananas. Moreover, children should prepare more fiber rich foods in their daily lives, which can help with bowel movements.
If a child's constipation is severe, they should take laxatives. It is best for parents to take their children to the hospital and have a doctor prescribe medication, as this is the safest way. In addition, parents can massage their baby's abdomen in a clockwise direction, which can enhance intestinal peristalsis and help promote bowel movements.
When children are constipated, they can also use glycerin, which has excellent moisturizing effects on the intestines and is an effective method of defecation. Usually, after using a laxative, babies can quickly defecate. But everyone should be careful not to frequently use glycerin for children, preferably as an emergency measure. Because frequent use of glycerin can easily lead to dependence and may also reduce the baby's ability to defecate independently.
