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Mom of a 6 yr old boy5 years ago
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can castor oil be used to treat constipation in babies??

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profile image of Dr Bandana JoshiExpertDr Bandana JoshiAyurvedic Physician5 years ago

A. Avoid giving it as baby is small otherwise it is good for constipation and try to give more liquids and fibre rich fruits abd vegetables like pear papaya prunes or prune juice can be given and green leafy vegetables and make her sit in warm water tub while bathing to relax anal sphincters and apply little coconut oil around anus before passing motion

profile image of POOJA KOTHARIPOOJA KOTHARIMom of a 9 yr old boy5 years ago

A. If your baby seems constipated, consider simple dietary changes: Water or fruit juice. Offer your baby a small amount of water or a daily serving of 100 percent apple, prune or pear juice in addition to usual feedings. These juices contain sorbitol, a sweetener that acts like a laxative.

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