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What can u give a 1 year old to help poop thats straining to poop and cry's when it come out hard ?
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Mild stool softner: You can give 1 teaspoon of prune juice ,or mineral oil by mouth,this will soften the poop and it comes out easily . The baby will not strain or cry while passing poop .Also in between feeds give some water to drink.This all helps to regulate bowel movements
Answered 6/30/2016
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