Constipation is a common health issue in many people. Imaging that your young child or baby is experiencing this condition, it can be very uncomfortable. Depending on their age, they cannot communicate about the symptoms or even understand what is happening. Below are some useful tips to help them overcome constipation.
Providing More Fiber-Rich Foods
Fiber can help your children produce softer stools, which are passed easily during bowel movements. Therefore, if you notice any signs of constipation, it is advisable to add more fiber-rich foods to the diet. These include veggies, fruits, whole grain breads, and beans. The daily recommended intakes of fiber for children are as follow:
– Teen boys: Around 38 grams a day
– Teen girls: Around 29 grams a day
– Young children: Around 20 grams a day
You can also give them foods with laxative effects, such as spinach, peas, beans, strawberries, raspberries, apricots, apples, plums, pears, peaches, and prunes. [1]
