The worst thing for parents is the first birth. Mother and father are worried about the health and condition of the baby, that he was born without problems. After childbirth, it would seem that all fears are behind and only joyful moments await happy parents. But in reality, everything is different - already in the early days, do not eat, they torment him,. And even more often, young mothers complain that the baby cannot go to the toilet.
Causes and types of constipation in newborns
The causes of constipation in infants can be divided into two groups:
- Organic - depend on the presence and congenital pathologies.
- Functional - related to several factors. Namely:
- Change ;
- Incorrect selection of milk formula;
- Insufficient amount of drinking;
- mothers;
- Insufficient physical activity;
In addition to the main causes of constipation, stool analysis can determine the type of intestinal motility disorder:
- If the newborn has a lot of it, and the tummy is traced, these are signs of atonic constipation, the main reason for which lies in the insufficient contractile activity of the intestine. In infants, the urge to defecate decreases, the use of medications is required.
- If the stool is dense, accompanied by pain, the child does not eat well, tightens his legs - symptoms of spastic constipation. This type of constipation depends on increased bowel activity. Mothers of babies in this case should immediately consult a doctor.
- Another case when the stool stands out in a thin stream or ribbon - this indicates a possible one. A complete and accurate diagnosis can only be made by a surgeon.
First aid for constipation in infants
Most often, mothers who feed newborns with mixtures, and not breast milk, turn to the pediatrician with the problem of lack of stool. In response, they hear the phrase, they say, “it happens, everything will pass by the age of half, or breastfeed.” But what if there is no milk or the child does not eat up, and in addition to abdominal pain, bloating and endless crying of the baby. This pushes many mothers to rash acts. Therefore, if the baby has constipation, it is necessary to take into account a few simple and useful tips.
- First, with constipation, it is worthwhile to determine whether the dose of the mixture that you give is enough for the child. Often, when constipated, doctors recommend giving a little more food so that a sufficient amount of stool is formed. They add to the bait in a ratio of 2 to 1. At the same time, there should be more fermented milk food.
- The second is that in order for digestion to proceed normally, before feeding the baby, they turn it over on their stomach for 5-10 minutes, massage it clockwise, apply a warm thing or a heating pad. Such actions help prepare him for eating. In addition, pediatricians indicate that the baby must be given freedom of action - so that the child moves, waves both arms and legs. After 3 baths, it is worth doing water exercises for the baby.
- Third - if the baby cannot go to the toilet for more than 36 hours, it is necessary to make water. Clean water at room temperature from 20 to 24 degrees is administered to the child.
- For babies 1 month old, the volume of the enema is 30 ml;
- For 3 month old babies - 60 ml;
- From 6 months - 90 ml.
- Children are given as a good laxative.
- Fourth - if the child suffers from frequent constipation, the doctor may recommend a course of treatment
