Many families are filled with joy during the first few months of a baby's birth. Although taking care of a baby is busy, the sense of happiness is self-evident. Newborns have feces every day, but some newborns' feces are not so regular and normal. So, what subject does a 5-month-old baby have if they don't defecate?
The phenomenon of a 5-month-old baby not defecating is mainly caused by constipation. When going to the hospital, it can be diagnosed by the pediatric department. Babies have difficulty defecating and need to take medication under the guidance of a doctor to aid in defecation. Secondly, infants fed with formula are prone to this phenomenon, so it is important to pay attention to giving them plenty of water to reduce dry stools.
Five month old babies have constipation. If they are still eating formula, parents can feed their children some millet porridge to reduce the amount of formula. Usually, parents can massage the baby's abdomen clockwise according to their belly button to help the baby digest. If the baby's symptoms cannot be continuously relieved, probiotics, splenic peptides and other medications can be given to the baby under the guidance of a doctor. Parents should also pay attention to their babies' eating habits and not feed them within 3 hours before they go to bed. Every time a baby drinks milk, they should engage in some activities. Parents can hold their baby vertically and walk back and forth at home to help the baby digest.
Constipation in infants is a common phenomenon, and there are many reasons that can cause constipation. To improve this situation, the first step is to ensure that the baby drinks enough water, such as plenty of water, fruit and vegetable juice, soup, etc. It is also necessary to take appropriate activities to increase appetite, ensure food intake, and form volumetric bowel movements.