If your baby is under 2 months old, has a swollen belly, is vomiting, has blood in the stool, seems very ill, or has not pooped for several days, contact a pediatrician urgently
Feed your baby as usual; frequent feeding can help stimulate bowel movements
For breastfed babies, continue breastfeeding on demand
For formula-fed babies, make sure the formula is mixed exactly as directed
Try a warm bath to help relax the baby
Gently massage the baby’s belly in a clockwise circular motion
Move the baby’s legs in a gentle bicycle motion
Hold the baby upright and burp them well after feeds
If your baby is older than 1 month, ask a pediatrician before giving any rectal stimulation or suppositories
Do not give water, juice, laxatives, or home remedies unless a pediatrician says it is okay
Seek medical advice if constipation lasts more than a day or two, or if the baby seems uncomfortable or in pain