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started solids today = no poo, HELP!

luvmybaby28luvmybaby28 member
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I know it is normal for introduction of solids in breastfed babies to cause constipation, I started with sweet potatoes today.  I read that certain foods can get things moving such as peas, pears, and infant oatmeal - all of which I have.  My question is, can I start with one of those things tomorrow to prevent constipation or should I wait a few days in case he has a reaction?
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Re: started solids today = no poo, HELP!

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    Even before adding solids, a BF'd baby not pooping for a day (or two, or even three) is not constipation. It's not even cause for worry.
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  • VampyAuthorVampyAuthor member
    We always waited the few days in between new foods to watch DD for reactions.
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  • AnnystaziaAnnystazia
    I'd stick with introducing a new food every 3 days.  It's alright if your baby doesn't poop for up to 5 days.  I breastfeed my son too and it shocked me at first when he didn't poop for 3 days and just to warn you the consistency changes and it smells!!!!
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  • charlies-angelcharlies-angel member
    One day of no pooping is not a big deal. Like p p said, even a few days without poop is not a problem. We saw a big change in frequency/appearance of BM when we introduced solids. I usually start to worry after 3+ days.
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  • luvmybaby28luvmybaby28 member
    image~CoCo~:
    Even before adding solids, a BF'd baby not pooping for a day (or two, or even three) is not constipation. It's not even cause for worry.
    My LO has never gone 1 day without a poo, while I know it can be normal.
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    imageluvmybaby28:
    image~CoCo~:
    Even before adding solids, a BF'd baby not pooping for a day (or two, or even three) is not constipation. It's not even cause for worry.
    My LO has never gone 1 day without a poo, while I know it can be normal.

    Pooping frequency/schedules change constantly.  And constipation acutally has NOTHING to do with frequency.  Only consistency.  It's not cause for worry.

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  • ABColeslawABColeslaw member
    Add a small ammount of Karo Syrup to the food next time.....you'll find that things keep on flowing. 
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    My DD pooped multiple times a day until we started solids. Then she would go a day or two (or 3!) without pooping and it freaked me out. Her Dr said not to stress at all unless she seemed uncomfortable - straining, etc. I don't wait days between foods anyway, so if I feel like she might need a little help I'll offer her pear etc. But, in your case, I'd just wait it out.

    Also, offering extra BFing (if you can) will help keep things regular too. 

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