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2021-01-08 13:09:51
My baby is a little more than 3 months old, his bowel movements are still not regular, sometimes even 5 days apart. Is it normal or any medication is required to help him.
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Hi. Babies at this age on breast feeds, pass stools once in 6-8 days.
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If baby is active and feeding well, nothing to worry

Answered2021-01-09 08:27:24

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Thank you for your question, yes it is absolutely normal, babies can pass stool even 10 times a day or once in 5-7 days
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If stool becomes really hard fix online appointment
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Pattern will be changed once solid food will be started

Answered2021-01-08 14:49:23

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