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Mom of a 5 yr 3 m old girl4 years ago

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#asktheexpert my daughter is having constipation in spite of taking lots of fluids & fruits. What should I do for making her bowels soft ?

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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician4 years ago

A. Constipation is quite common in babys less than one year of age No need to worry for this Give tummy times frequently in a day time Do massage everyday and specially tummy massage more. breast Feed ur baby as per demand It will help Burp properly at least 10 min or till baby take 4 burp Keep hydration well Baby should pass minimum urine 6-8 times per day If baby is feeling discomfort and crying inconsolably then Need to do rectal stimulation, apply some drops of oil over rectal area It will help If it doesn't help then Need rectal glycerine enema Or some laxative for which u need to visit once with pediatrician. sm

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Fabiha mother of twinsTrying To Conceive3 years ago

A. Its better to take her to paediatrician constipation has be treated right way

Manali K MehtaMom of a 9 yr 4 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi parent please give lukrwarm water for drinking please give daily massage on stomach area and gently move your child legs in cycling motion and circular motion please give daily sun light exposure please give easily digestible Food like curd rice khichdi vegetable soup upma daliya mashes etc

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