Episode 18
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Su Laurent
What do I do if my baby hasn't pooped for 3 days?
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Episode 1
Does my baby need to have any vaccinations?
Does my baby need to have any vaccinations?
6 mins
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Episode 2
What are some common vaccine concerns?
What are some common vaccine concerns?
7 mins
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Episode 3
What are some common health worries?
What are some common health worries?
7 mins
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Episode 4
How do I take my baby's temperature?
How do I take my baby's temperature?
4 mins
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Episode 5
What to do if my baby has a cold?
What to do if my baby has a cold?
4 mins
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Episode 6
How can I help my baby's congestion?
How can I help my baby's congestion?
4 mins
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Episode 7
What happens if my baby needs to be hospitalised?
What happens if my baby needs to be hospitalised?
4 mins
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Episode 8
What are some common physical worries?
What are some common physical worries?
6 mins
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Episode 9
How do I do basic baby first aid?
How do I do basic baby first aid?
7 mins
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Episode 10
When should I call an ambulance or doctor?
When should I call an ambulance or doctor?
5 mins
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Episode 11
Common symptoms that look serious, but that are nothing to worry about
Common symptoms that look serious, but that are nothing to worry about
6 mins
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Episode 12
How do I burp my baby?
How do I burp my baby?
5 mins
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Episode 13
What is a lip-tie in babies? And what is a tongue-tie?
What is a lip-tie in babies? And what is a tongue-tie?
5 mins
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Episode 14
Why is my baby's hair falling out?
Why is my baby's hair falling out?
3 mins
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Episode 15
Are disposable or cloth nappies best for my baby?
Are disposable or cloth nappies best for my baby?
3 mins
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Episode 16
What should my baby’s poos look like?
What should my baby’s poos look like?
3 mins
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Episode 17
What does a red streak in my baby's nappy mean?
What does a red streak in my baby's nappy mean?
3 mins
Episode 18
What do I do if my baby hasn't pooped for 3 days?
What do I do if my baby hasn't pooped for 3 days?
4 mins
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Episode 19
What do I do about my baby’s crying?
What do I do about my baby’s crying?
5 mins
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Episode 20
What is colic?
What is colic?
5 mins
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Episode 21
What kind of baths should my baby be having, and how frequently?
What kind of baths should my baby be having, and how frequently?
4 mins
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Episode 22
How clean is too clean?
How clean is too clean?
4 mins
From our Baby Health Journey, we share what to do if your baby hasn’t pooped in three days.
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Related Questions
The frequency of a baby's bowel movements can vary greatly, and what is normal for one baby may not be normal for another. On average, newborns can have anywhere from one to 12 bowel movements per day, and as they grow, the frequency may decrease.
However, it is important to be aware of any changes in the frequency or consistency of your baby's poos, as this can be a sign of an underlying health issue. The following are some signs that the frequency of your baby's poos may be a cause for concern:
- Persistent diarrhea (watery, loose stools).
- Constipation (hard, dry stools).
- Blood in the stool.
- Abnormal color or consistency of the stool.
- Straining or discomfort during bowel movements.
- Unexplained changes in appetite or weight gain.
If you notice any of these symptoms or if your baby is experiencing persistent distress or discomfort during bowel movements, it is best to consult with your pediatrician. They can perform a physical examination and provide you with a diagnosis and appropriate treatment, if necessary.