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Mom of a 3 yr 4 m old boy2 years ago

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hello doctor, my 6 month old baby has started solid food with rice porridge.It has been given for 3 weeks. Then gave ragi milk it is leads to constipation. next what all foods can I given to him?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 years ago

A. Constipation in Babies less than 1 year is very common and more in formula fed babies and also whenh initially the semi solid food has been started after 6 months . you can give bonnisan drops and some enzyme preparations in proper dosen suggested by doctor and cow's milk should be avoided before 1 year of age . Medications are required but it should be given only in medical supervision .

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RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl2 years ago

A. Avoid ragi as of now give it after completing the age of 7 1/2 to 8 months as of now you can go ahead with giving porridge khichadi mashed banana mashed potato all kind of fruits and vegetables oats Suji items and quinoa can also be given also focus on giving good amount of dairy products

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