My baby is 3 weeks old and face constipation issues. She can go for days without pooping even though we can see her struggling to poop sometimes. She's mostly on Bm with one night feed on formula and her poop is soft mustard in colour when she finally poops. We have to help stimulate her pooping with suppositories sometimes..any parents face similar issues and any recommendations for natural remedies to help little one to poop? Thanks!

There isn’t an exact guide as to what constitutes “normal” when it comes to baby’s bowel movement frequency. It is common for exclusively breastfed babies to not have a bowel movement for a few days in a row (like what Reine mentioned, it could be 7 to 10 days). The more important point would be that your baby’s stools are reasonably soft. Signs of constipation in infants include: - Stools that are hard and dry or have blood in them - Baby showing persistent discomfort when moving her bowels Constipation is rare in infants who are exclusively breastfed. You can consult your doctor if you are worried. If she is showing other symptoms such as vomiting or a swollen tummy, it could then indicate a more serious condition and should seek medical attention. Here are some simple suggestions you can try to help ease constipation: - Giving your baby more fluid (you can try giving small amounts of diluted prune juice when your baby is older than 2 months, if the problem persists) - Wiggle your baby's legs in a gentle pedaling motion while he/she is lying on his/her back. - Gently but firmly massage your baby’s belly (below the navel). If you feel a firm area, keep a steady pressure there for a few moments. These may help promote bowel movements. For more information on constipation: http://www.babycareadvice.com/babycare/microsites/infant_constipation/infant_constipation.old.htm