Many babies may have dry and hard stools due to picky eating, environmental discomfort, or poor digestion, which can lead to constipation and diarrhea. If the stool accumulates in the baby's body for a long time, it not only makes the baby uncomfortable and affects their gastrointestinal health, but also accumulates toxins that affect their metabolism. So, what should the baby do if they have diarrhea?
If parents notice that their baby has not defecated for three days or even a week, or that the frequency of defecation is less than usual, or that the baby's expression is painful when they want to defecate, it may be a signal of constipation. Once abnormal reactions are detected in the baby and the situation is not serious, they can stay at home for observation. They can improve the baby's intestinal digestion by massaging the baby's belly and adjusting their daily diet.
Parents can rub their hands hot, then place their palms on the baby's belly button, and gently push and massage the baby's belly in a clockwise circular shape. Pushing and massaging the baby's belly can not only promote intestinal peristalsis and accelerate bowel movements, but also help promote intestinal digestion.
At the same time, it is necessary to check the baby's recent eating habits, give the baby more vegetables and fruits with high vitamin content, eat less greasy or unhealthy snacks, and let the baby drink more water, which can also improve the condition of the baby's colon. In addition, it is possible to encourage babies to exercise more. If conditions permit, encouraging babies to exercise more, such as walking and jumping, can also promote their intestinal digestion and improve constipation.
Do not easily administer medication to your baby, as it may cause them to develop a dependency on the medication and lead to a decrease in their resistance. Of course, if parents are unable to regulate and improve their baby's digestive system, or if the baby's condition worsens, they should promptly go to the pediatric department of the hospital for examination, and if necessary, use medication according to the doctor's guidance.
