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1 week baby on formula feed struggling to pass bowel...what to do to assist him?
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Examination: An evaluation is indicated. Ensure that the baby has enough formula with each feeding, burp the baby after and mid feed. Take a rectal temperature and if the temperature is 100.4 or higher, please see the hospital for further management.
Answered 7/29/2020
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How often are BMs?: This depends on exactly what is meant by difficulty. Newborns often look like they're having difficulty having a BM because their abdominal muscles aren't well developed and they may turn red in the face when having a BM. If the BM's are soft and at least every 1-2 days and he/she is drinking well, try not to worry. If they are hard and less frequent, please discuss with your baby's doctor.
Answered 7/29/2020
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