my baby is 6 months old. now started giving semi solid foods. she has constipation problem and hard stools . giving only ragi cheery and mashed rice kichri. she is not drinking sufficient water. give me some suggestions for recovery from constipation and hard stool problem . is giving ragi cheery is ok??

A. Constipation in Babies less than 1 year is very common and more in formula fed babies and also when initially thegf semi solid food has been started after 6 months . you can give bonnisan drops and some enzyme preparations in proper doseb 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 .