2007-03-12 09:29:07 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
My doctor suggested feeding my son more. She said that the baby was using up all the milk he was getting, so he didn't have enough left over for 'waste,' though I was feeding according to guidelines I was given. Sure enough, I upped his formula by an ounce each time, and he became regular.
She also suggested taking his temp with a rectal thermometer, just because that stimulates many babies to use the bathroom. Also, she said if none of that worked, a warm (not hot) bath with baking soda in it.
2007-03-12 16:37:19 · answer #1 · answered by Tater Tot's Mommy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try an ounce of Dark Karo Syrup in four ounces of formula. There are two kinds of Karo Syrup and only the dark one works for constipation.
2007-03-13 12:23:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daugher was constipated a lot as a baby. We used to pump her legs like she was riding a bicycle and 10 minutes later, she would finally be able to poop. A couple times we did have to resort to suppositories but please ask you doctor before you do that because your baby is still very young. Good luck!
2007-03-12 16:54:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My twin boys were preemies and we used dark Caro syrup (suggested by our dr) which worked for a week or so and then we had to resort to suppositories. I am not sure if you are bf or not but if you are it may be the dairy in your diet that is causing the problem. I cut out the dairy and within a week they were pooping like pros :)
2007-03-12 16:44:24 · answer #4 · answered by Sean and Aaron's mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call you dr. Mine had me give infant prune juice. Just call and explain to the nurse if this is ok for your baby, They will ask the dr.
2007-03-12 16:33:35 · answer #5 · answered by tammer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a litle prune juice in the bottle mix with a pinch of water so it won't be to strong for him. good luck. Congrads
2007-03-12 16:34:22 · answer #6 · answered by GreenEYED Beauty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your DR. They will tell you what to do. Don't come on here asking...You should NEVER EVER EVER give a newborn water or juice without consulting your pediatrician FIRST!
2007-03-12 16:41:17 · answer #7 · answered by A Person I am 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
boiled water that is cooled, works a treat for my little nipper, pooh guarenteed immediately or within half an hour good luck
2007-03-12 16:33:29 · answer #8 · answered by theresa d 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
my ped said 1tsp sugar (white) to 4 oz water....do not exceed 4oz in 24hr period.
2007-03-12 17:17:48 · answer #9 · answered by trouperstar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋