1. Why does the baby have dry stool? There are many causes of dry stools in babies, the most common of which are lack of diet and fluids. If your baby\’s diet lacks enough fiber and water, the intestines will absorb too much water, causing the stool to become dry. In addition, if the baby does not defecate for a long time or does not defecate completely, it will also lead to dry stool. 2. How to prevent dry stool in babies? 1. Ensure sufficient water intake. Breastfed babies generally do not need to be fed additional water, but if they are artificially fed or have added complementary foods, they need to ensure that they are fed enough water every day. 2. Increase dietary fiber intake appropriately