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My son is 23 days old. He is not pooing since 3 days. He feed from both formula and breastfeeding. Other activities of baby are normal.
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Hi, if baby is comfortable there is no need to worry
Better to feed the baby only on breast milk
Formula milk is known to produce Constipation
To increase breast milk secretions
Mother should drink plenty of water
Drink milk
Eat normal diet including fruits, vegetables
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Please breast feed you baby exclusively till six months of age. Babies can poop 20 times in a day or cannot poop for 5-6 days, as long as they are passing urine 6-8 times in a day, are not crying, fussy, arching, you don't need to do anything.
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Dr. Keerthi S
Pediatrician
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Sometimes it is normal not to pass stools for 6days also..continue feeding and encourage baby movements
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