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I just switched my 3 month old from breast milk to formula. it's been 2 days and he hasn't had a bowel movement. when should i be concerned?
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When it hurts: Bowel movement frequency varies tremendously. If the baby is in no pain, and when the bm eventually comes it's soft and painless, then don't let it worry you. If, however, it's painful, hard, or there is a change in how much the baby feeds, see your pediatrician.
Answered 12/20/2012
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