Baby Constipation - Constipation in Children Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Constipation Baby Constipation By Joseph Bennington-CastroMedically Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD Reviewed: February 19, 2016 Medically Reviewed Constipation is common in formula-fed infants and babies who are transitioning to a solid-food diet.As with adults, If your baby isn't having regular bowel movements, this doesn't necessarily mean that he or she is constipated. Normal Bowel Habits for Babies In their first week of life, newborn babies have multiple bowel movements — about four — each day, with infants feeding on breast milk typically having them more than those drinking formula. Their stool is soft or liquid. Infants of the same age who are drinking formula also tend to have about three bowel movements each day, but the type of formula they drink affects the consistency of their stool. Compared with formulas containing hydrolyzed milk proteins, formulas containing soy or cow's milk often produce firmer stools. Babies typically shift to having only one to two "formed," or more solid, bowel movements a day by the time they're 2 years old.Importantly, straining to have a NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Editorial Sources and Fact-Checking M. R. Sood (2015). "Patient information: Constipation in infants and children (Beyond the Basics)." Show Less The Latest in Constipation Dos and Don’ts of Constipation ReliefBy Jordan M. DavidsonJuly 19, 2022 What Is Constipation? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and PreventionBy Paula DerrowOctober 27, 2020 10 Good Foods to Help Relieve Constipation A diet that's too low in fiber may be to blame for your sluggish digestive tract. Add these delicious high-fiber foods to your diet — and get going again...By Beth W. OrensteinNovember 2, 2017 Constipation Relief and TreatmentBy Joseph Bennington-CastroFebruary 19, 2016 Constipation SymptomsBy Joseph Bennington-CastroFebruary 19, 2016 7 Foods to Avoid for Constipation Relief One of the best ways to prevent constipation or find constipation relief is by avoiding the foods that cause it. Here's a list of some of the most common...By March 31, 2011 Bowel Movements: What’s Considered Normal? Not everyone has a bowel movement every day, and it doesn't mean something's wrong if you don't. Discover what being regular really means, and what to...By Beth W. OrensteinMarch 30, 2011 Study Shows Depression Affects IBD Patients and Their Siblings New research is the first to show a bidirectional link between inflammatory bowel disease and depression.By Ashley WelchOctober 6, 2022 Gut Check: Can Cookie Dough Really Harm Your Gut? It’s not just the raw eggs that can make you sick.By Kaitlin SullivanOctober 4, 2022 Early Research Reveals Key Player in Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease A 2-part study mostly done in mice revealed that B vitamins may play a role in slowing the progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.By Kaitlin SullivanSeptember 23, 2022 MORE IN 4 Natural Ways to Manage Constipation From IBS What Is Constipation? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy: Causes and Prevention Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges