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My 17 day old baby who started drinking formula 3 days ago is a bit constipated. what should i do for her to have a bowel movement?
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Infant stools: infants gave irregular bowel habits. If the infant stools are not hard, you probably don't need to do anything. If they are hard make sure you are making the formula properly. Don't add syrups or honey to the formula. Consider changing formula types. Try giving a little extra water during the day. If you are thinking of using suppositories check your baby's weight with the doctor first.
Answered 1/10/2015
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