Signs Of Baby Constipation

One of the surest ways to spot baby constipation is within the stool itself. Dry or hard stool is a definite indication of constipation caused by lack of fluid. Also, if the stool size has decreased and a lot of little "pellet-like" pieces are present when changing a diaper, baby constipation should be suspected.

Believe it or not, baby constipation may be present if your baby has a diaper rash. One of the well-known causes of constipation is delaying bowel movements. When a baby has a diaper rash or even a cut on the anus, baby constipation may result because the child will withhold bowel movements to avoid the pain. This will actually worsen the constipation and lead to an even greater blockage.

Finally, a parent should definitely notice if their infant is not having the frequency of bowel movements as they used to. In general, baby constipation will be diagnosed if 4 or more days have gone by without a movement. The exception to this rule is for babies who have been breast fed as they can go 7 days between movements and be considered normal. Still, a parent will know when their child is going longer than normal between bowel movements and should consider it a possible sign of baby constipation.