What happened if the newborn baby hasn't pooped for 2 days?

9. Newborns sometimes do not have bowel movements, especially babies who are breastfeeding rarely have bowel movements. Breast milk itself can be digested by babies, so there will not be a lot of excrement. So don’t worry if you see few bowel movements. However, if a baby who has been weaned has not had a bowel movement for two days, you should be alert that the baby may be sick. Here are some methods that can help babies defecate smoothly when they have not had a bowel movement for a long time.

Many mothers recommend using honey to defecate, but

Honey contains botulism toxin. Babies under 1 year old have delicate stomachs and intestines, which are difficult to digest. This may cause botulism poisoning. Symptoms include constipation, weak head and neck muscles, weak sucking, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, and systemic muscle hypotonia. It is generally recommended for babies over 1 year old to eat honey.

The general treatment methods for not pooping are:

1) Make sure your baby drinks plenty of water. You can also add milk companion to milk powder or water, 1 pack per day.

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

3) Massage your abdomen in a clockwise direction twice a day for 5-10 minutes each time. Develop the habit of your baby defecating every day.

4) If the symptoms persist for several days, you can use a pediatric suppository or soap bar. But don't use it for a long time.

5) When your baby grows older, he should eat more fruits and vegetables. Don't feed too fast each time, and the milk powder can be diluted a little.

Babies do not need to drink water when they drink breast milk, but they must drink water between meals when they drink formula. Green poop is because food stays in the intestines for less than 10-12 hours. It’s not a big problem, so don’t worry. Just observe for a few days. Such a young baby can see a doctor, but it is best not to take medicine. The toxins in the medicine are mainly excreted through the liver and kidneys, and the baby's liver and kidneys are not well developed yet.

Mothers must pay attention when their babies do not poop. Never give your baby mild laxatives just because he or she does not poop. This will cause diarrhea, so the best way is to use food therapy to help your baby poop smoothly and keep your baby healthy. In order for him to grow up healthily.