A
change in formula or in Mom's diet could help combat constipation in
formula and breastfed babies, respectively. Solid foods, which are often
the cause of constipation, can also be the cure. Several kinds of
fruits and veggies, such as pears and broccoli, can get things back on
track, along with fruit juice and water.
When
a change in diet isn't doing the trick, talk to your pediatrician
before employing other methods. The doctor might suggest rectal
stimulation with the use of a cotton swab or rectal thermometer. This
usually produces a bowel movement within several minutes of stimulation.
Another possible is a glycerin suppository. If it works, it could take
about an hour to produce a poop. Other suggestions may include Miralax, a
tasteless powder you can mix into a drink; senna, a natural vegetable
laxative; and lactulose, a synthetic sugar used for treating
constipation.
