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Guardian of a 4 yr 1 m old boy3 years ago

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Recently started formula feed for 6 month old baby, i think may be because of that baby has constipation from past 2 days. What to do?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago

A. Constipation in Babies less than 6 months is very common and more in formula fed babies. you can giive bonnisan drops and some enzyme preparations in proper ddose suggested by doctor and cow's milk should be avoided before 1 year of age

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Sunita MahatoMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. baby is constipated keep baby well hydrated.. add fibre rich foods in baby diet.. you can start with solids as ragi porridge rice porridge wheat porridge dalia sabudana puree mashed boiled fruit and vegetables.. remember one new food one at a time..

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