Offer smaller, more frequent feeds if appropriate
Ensure the baby is getting enough breast milk or formula
Check formula preparation to make sure it is mixed correctly
Try gentle tummy massage
Move the baby’s legs in a bicycle motion
Give the baby a warm bath
Burp the baby regularly during feeds
If the baby has started solids, offer pureed prunes, pears, or peaches
If the baby has started solids, offer small amounts of water if age-appropriate
Avoid giving honey
Avoid giving laxatives, enemas, or suppositories unless a doctor says to
Contact a pediatrician if constipation lasts more than a few days
Contact a pediatrician if there is vomiting, a swollen belly, blood in the stool, or severe discomfort
Contact a pediatrician if the baby is under 1 month old and seems constipated