Baby doesn't poop but only farts

If an infant or young child has not defecated for 1-2 days, parents do not need to worry too much and can continue to observe the baby. It may be that the baby is drinking too little milk or is holding back food. However, if the baby has not been able to defecate for more than 2 days and always farts, parents should pay close attention to it. Not having a bowel movement for a long time will make the baby's stomach feel uncomfortable. If the baby is always constipated, it will have an adverse effect on the child's growth and development.

1. Reasons why babies don’t have bowel movements

Some babies often defecate only once every 2 to 3 days or 4 to 5 days, but the stool is not dry and is still soft or mushy. They have to hold their breath when defecating, and their face turns red as if defecation is difficult. This is actually not constipation. If your baby doesn't poop for a few days, it may be that he or she is not full, so you must first ensure that your baby is full every day. You also need to see whether he excretes soft or hard stool.

2. Treatment of constipation in children

1. Drink more water. Make sure your baby drinks plenty of water, as boiled water is the best "laxative" for babies.

2. For breastfed babies, mothers should pay attention to adjusting their diet structure, eat a light diet, and drink more water.

3. Massage your baby's abdomen in a clockwise direction twice a day, each time for 5-10 minutes.

4. If the symptoms persist for several days, you can use a pediatric suppository.

5. Feed more fruit and vegetable juice. Do not feed too fast or too full each time, and the concentration of milk powder should be dilute.

6. Massage your baby's belly every day. Use your three middle fingers to massage around the baby's belly button in a clockwise direction for 5 minutes each time, once in the morning and once in the evening. This can help speed up the baby's intestinal peristalsis and induce a bowel reflex.

7. Children should be trained to have good bowel habits when they are two months old, so that they can defecate on time. It is best to defecate in the early morning or before going to bed at night. Defecation in the morning is best, as defecation at night can help children sleep well at night. Having a bowel movement before meals can help children eat well, but not having a bowel movement after meals. The mother should first observe the child's bowel movements, and then consciously and regularly arrange bowel movements according to the child's situation. When defecating, the mother should make "mmm mmm" sounds with him.

3. How much water should be given to babies who are exclusively breastfed

The amount of water fed each time is: 30 ml in the first week after birth; 45 ml in the second week; 50-60 ml after 1 month; 60-75 ml at 3 months; 70-80 ml at 4 months; 80-100 ml at 6 months; 100-120 ml at 8-12 months. The amount of water you feed each time is about half the amount of milk you feed each time. The amount of water should be increased appropriately in summer. You should drink water more frequently if you have a cold, fever, vomiting or diarrhea and are dehydrated.