One of the hurdles any new parent might face is baby constipation, but what should you do if you suspect your newborn is constipated? Dr. Jane Sneed, a pediatrician at The Children’s Clinic in ...

Until about 6 weeks of age, most newborns will pass stool roughly 2–5 times per day, typically after every meal. After 6 weeks, the frequency of pooping typically decreases. The frequency of a newborn ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways Functional constipation describes constipation that occurs without a clear cause. To be diagnosed with functional constipation, you must experience ...