Question 1

my one year old is constipated what should i give her to relieve her pain and constipation ?

Accepted Answer

Short or long term?: If this is just a one time thing for a few days, usually just some extra fluids and/or juice. You could do a one-time infant glycerin suppository as well (you know where that goes!). If it is a long term problem, then some diet changes with less milk products and more fiber needed. In addition, a product called MiraLAX (generic peg or polyethylene glycol) used on a routine basis is helpful.

Question 2

my 1 year old is constipated, so i tried to insert a glycerin pediatric enema. she moved suddenly and it went into her vagina. she bled a little. ?

Accepted Answer

It happens: Its happened before and is unlikely to cause any problem if you removed what you could of the suppository. The blood was likely triggered when you overstretched/tore the hymen. With a little warm water wash and time the area will heal.If she has related symptoms of pain with voiding or vaginal discharge have her evaluated.

Question 3

can i give my one year old almond milk? dairy is constipating him too much.

Accepted Answer

Constipation: When transitioning to whole milk, both  constipation and diarrhea are very common.  Instead of using a milk alternative, I would just ensure that your toddler isn't getting too much milk which may make constipation worse.  I would try limiting the milk to 20 oz per day.  I would limit all sugary beverages to no more than 4 oz per day and give  8 oz/day or more of water.

Question 4

one year old, constipated for a month, poops every few days but still super hard. pushes and pushes and no poop. juice,fletchers nothings working?

Accepted Answer

Needs soft stools: Constipation is a frustrating problem in children who have had a painful bm in the past.  Try "p" fruits peaches, pears and prunes, increase fluids and continue your fiber.  May need mineral oil one tablespoon twice a day to bring soft stools.   Important also to go over birth and early stooling history with pediatrician to rule out anatomic causes of constipation.

Question 5

does my one year old absolutely need dairy milk? it's making him really constipated.

Accepted Answer

Needs calcium: Dairy is an easy source of the calcium needed for babies to build bone. They need the equivalent of 4 cups a day. If you are convinced cow mild constipates him there are alternatives. Soy &amp; almond milks are formulated with calcium to meet that need.Goats milk supplemented with folate can also do it.  You can also feed the kid antacid tablets (Tums wafers) that would do the job.

Question 6

one year old was on a soy formula and has been off for a little over a month. been struggling with constipation since. what kind of milk would be best?

Accepted Answer

2% milk or soy milk: Some toddlers do get constipated from the casein in milk, especially if they are also getting a lot of other dairy in their diet, such as cheese and yogurt.  Soy milk is ok to give, as it also has calcium and a complete protein.  He needs at least 2-3 calcium/dairy/soy servings a day for bone health.  You may  improve constipation with giving prunes, bran cereal.  Almond milk is low in protein.

Question 7

my one year old has constant painful stools (constipation) what can i do? someone told me to give him a little miralax (polyethylene glycol). can that help or harm him?

Accepted Answer

Increase fluids: Most important to constipation is to make sure the child is getting plenty of fluids. At 12 months, can add a few ounces of water to daily milk intake, and if stools are harder than normal, a few ounces of juice can be added from a cup as well. Don't get into habit of juice from a bottle. Add extra fiber to diet. If persists, talk to doc about what meds may help, like miralax- can be very helpful!

Question 8

why is my one year old constapated everyday that she has a hard time?

Accepted Answer

Many factors: Toddlers often become constipated due to diets with excess dairy and not enough water and fiber (fruits, vegetables, whole grains). A few cases of constipation are due to underlying illness, but most often it's diet related.  Once the gut stretches with constipation it is a problem that tends to perpetuate. If diet changes alone don't help, your doctor might recommend medications.

Question 9

what is the best thing for constipation for a 1 year old?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Make sure his/her diet contains juices and fiber. Miralax (polyethylene glycol) or Lax a day daily until a soft daily bowel movement may help. All the best.

Question 10

my daughter is 1 year old and last two weeks she is getting constipation. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Diet: Make sure diet includes fiber rich fruits and vegetables. I also recommend pear juice for constipated kids, just until the constipation resolves and then just as needed afterwards. I'm not a fan of a lot of juice as an every day thing, as they generally have a lot of sugar and very little nutritional value-kids are better off eating the fruit.

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Can i give my one year old almond milk? dairy is constipating him too much.

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One year old, constipated for a month, poops every few days but still super hard. pushes and pushes and no poop. juice,fletchers nothings working?

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Does my one year old absolutely need dairy milk? it's making him really constipated.

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One year old was on a soy formula and has been off for a little over a month. been struggling with constipation since. what kind of milk would be best?

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My one year old has constant painful stools (constipation) what can i do? someone told me to give him a little miralax (polyethylene glycol). can that help or harm him?

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Why is my one year old constapated everyday that she has a hard time?

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