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Mom of a 3 yr 3 m old boy3 years ago

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#asktheexpert My baby is 11 days old. He passed stool thrice yesterday but no bowel movement today. He is currently both breastfed and formula fed. Please let me know what should I do.

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. no problem you know the baby not passing still regularly Babies below 6 months may not be passing stool regularly a constipation of 8 to 10 days is absolutely normal in them there is no need of any medicines

Shaista TarannumMom of a 16 yr 6 m old boy3 years ago

A. it's OK if baby does not pass motion on some days. it's common in babies. try and breastfeed more and give formula milk once in a while only when required. you eat well and frequently breastfeed. that will increase breastmilk production also.

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