Question 1

what causes constipation in babies who take only  breat milk?

Accepted Answer

Define constipation: Breast fed kids may go a little every feed or one bulky stool every 7-10 days & if soft they are not constipated. Most formula babies go 1-2xd. Any stool that is dried out is constipation & a sign things are not moving along fast enough. Gas is from air swallowed or gas produced by gut germs. Fussy is whatever baby feels pissy about often fatigue.

Question 2

do infant gas drips cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

No: Infant gas drops (simethacone) do not cause constipation. There are simply a soapy material that allows gas bubbles to join together.Failure to stool on a regular basis, intake of foods like applesauce or cereal are more likely culprets.

Question 3

does excess iron in an infant's diet cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Bowel corks: Yes. Watch multivitamins and make sure they are iron free, unless of course your child is being treated for iron deficiency. If all else fails, and depending on your child's age, you may want to discuss using small amounts of miralax, (polyethylene glycol) but do not stray on your own without discussing the pros and cons with your child's pediatrician please.

Question 4

can infant gas relief drops cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

No: Infant gas drops (simethacone) do not cause constipation. There are simply a soapy material that allows gas bubbles to join together.Failure to stool on a regular basis, intake of foods like applesauce or cereal are more likely culprets.

Question 5

how to see if an infant (1month) is constipated? and at what point does it become a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Basics: Constipation in an infant means they pass hard or dry stools. If it is soft when they go it is not. Young infants have weak belly muscles &amp; often use their fussing/breathing muscles to push food along or poop out. This makes the belly seem hard &amp; many think they are in pain.

Question 6

does breastmilk cause an infant to be constipated?

Accepted Answer

No: Breast milk will not cause constipation. The frequency of bowel movements will decrease as your child ages. As long as your child is not having hard, painful stools, then there is no constipation.

Question 7

can babies die from constipation or the pain of pushing?

Accepted Answer

No: Babies often look like they are in pain when having a bowel movement. Their abdominal muscles are not yet very developed, so they need to push a little harder and may turn red in the face. If the stools are soft and mushy, they are not constipated. If they are like hard pellets, it may be harder for them to push them out. Depending on the age of a baby, extra water may be helpful if constipated.

Question 8

what can you do for infant constipation?

Accepted Answer

CONSTIPATION: Mothers are advised to give water with karo syrup in between feedings or diluted   juices or add 1 oz more water to the formula to correct constipation.

Question 9

what is the best way to relieve an 8 month infant of constipation? he was 2 months premature, does this affect what i can and cannot give him?

Accepted Answer

Try Miralax (polyethylene glycol) and make: Sure the baby is hydrating well. Try 1/3 to a half a lid full once a day.

Question 10

what to do about constipation in a 7 month old infant?

Accepted Answer

Get baby checked: Constipation at this age is either diet related, i.e excessive dairy intake or some reason for them to hold stools like an anal fissure, for which a proper exam will be helpful. In the meantime, u can add more vegetables to his diet and give him Karo syrup or prune juice.

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