I would say that it is quite possible that she is constipated then ... usually it is only the runny poo that can get passed if she has something blocking her up. Unless it comes out, the poo in her intestines that is not coming out will just get harder and harder.
I don't really know how to deal with constipation in a baby under 6 months, but since it has been going on for a week, I would probably suggest seeing a child health nurse or your GP and see what they suggest. I think it is probably worth getting it checked out. They can often tell by having a little feel of their bellies to see if you need to do anything to remedy it. They would be able to give you the best advice in your circumstance. I am going off a lot of assumptions so I would hate to tell you to treat her for constipation and it turns out that she is not.
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful but because she is so little, I think that you might need some proper medical advice. I hope it gets sorted quickly.
My DD did the same thing for a while ... from about 4 months through to 6/7 months.
Initally I was worried, like you, and then was told by several people (medical people included) that babies often make grunting noises just because they can. As adults we think the constant making of the noise would hurt their little throats, but no, it appears to be a really big game with the under ones!
When DD got the noise going EVERYONE would say 'Oh I think she's doing a poo' ... and we'd run in and change the DRY nappy.
I got that sick and tired of telling people 'Oh no, it's just a noise she likes making' I started to agree with them and say 'Oh yeah she might be doing a poo, can you change her for me' ... once they'd changed several DRY nappies they soon stopped commenting on the sound.
I guess it's just another part of odd baby behaviour - but yes, they do grow out of it.
DD is now almost 10 months and no more grunting.
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