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Is it normal for my newborn to not have bowel movement for 2 days?

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Newborn can have 8 bowel movements per day or they don't have ny for a week.

Answered 3/14/2019

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Varies with feed: Your newborn should have an initial tarry poo within the first 24hrs.This signals that all the plumbing is hooked up.After primary clean out the pattern depends a lot on the feed. Bf kids can make a smear every feed or one giant poo every week or so.Formula fed kids tend to go at least daily.If the kid is quiet & seems ok i wouldn't be concerned.If babies fussy, it may or may not be an issue.

Answered 7/20/2012

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Can Be: Some children have 10 bms per day and some may go once a week. As long as the baby is happy, thriving and in no apparent pain, both these extremes are normal for that child. If you still are concerned, call your pediatrician.

Answered 12/13/2011

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