All Natural Ways to Relieve Infant Constipation
Symptoms and signs of infant constipation may include crankiness, no bowel movements for hours or longer, clenching fists, or small and hard bowel movements. The type of treatment a baby is given will depend on the infant's age. If your baby is under 2 months of age and experiencing constipation, the pediatrician should be consulted on what to do. Some have been known to use corn syrup (or Karo syrup) as an all natural treatment for infants with constipation. According to information found on the MayoClinic website, this is not recommended and may not be safe.
Water - This may seem like a logical treatment. However, since infants don't typically drink water, it may not be a first thought. As long as an infant is over 2 months of age, try 2-4 ounces of water once or twice a day somewhere between feedings. Do not replace a feeding with water.
Fruit Juice - If water does not seem to relieve infant constipation, another all natural way to try is fruit juice. Just as with the water, offer a baby over 2 months 2-4 ounces once or twice per day, in addition to regular feedings. If a baby will drink it, I've found infant prune juice to work the best.
Light Tummy Rub - Gently rubbing an infant's tummy is also an all natural way to relieve infant constipation. Even if it doesn't relieve the constipation, it may calm and soothe the baby.
Light Back Rub - If the tummy rub doesn't work, lie the baby on the stomach and gently rub the infant's back.
Baby Fruit - If a baby is old enough (at least 4 months) and accustomed to spoon feeding, you might try feeding him or her a baby fruit, such as prunes, peaches, or pears a couple times per day.
If these all natural ways to relieve infant constipation do not seem to work, it is best to contact your child's pediatrician for advice. Also, pay attention to your infant and look for other symptoms that may warrant a visit to the doctor. Some of these signs can include vomiting or crankiness that cannot be soothed.
-- Note that the author is not a licensed medical professional. The above is provided for informational purposes. Always consult a licensed medical professional for any advice pertaining to health matters.
Sources:
Personal Experience
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/karo-syrup-for-constipation/AN01826
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/344176/help_a_baby_with_constipation_soothe.html
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14 Comments
Post a CommentGreat article! Apple Juice and Apple sauce work well! Medications just lead to the body almost needing it. Great info!
My youngest still has this and for her, the best way I found for her through many different mthods is Smooth Move by Traditional Medicinals. It's organic and all natural. I just diluted it enough for effect. Still do. Becuase after all I don't need too big of a mess. But my oldest never really got it. With her I'd have to stimulate the area (was advised by a nurse) with a thermometor tip. Gross, yes. But effective. I just was told not to go too far in. TG I don't have to do that anymore or give her any other forms of relief. She's doing great.
My youngest was, and at 4 still is, prone to this. And he loves fruits and veggies!
Very good article for mothers with new babies
I wish I had known about this years ago.
Well done Lyn. Thanks for encouraging natural remedies.
Poor babies..I remember those days too! Nice work!
Another great piece of work.
Great ideas :)
There is a natural suppository on the market. Push it in, wait about 30 minutes and they eliminate.