how much prune juice can i give my 5month old baby for constipation.
can I mix it with formula???
thanks
2006-09-28 00:43:08 · 16 answers · asked by mommy 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
It doesn't take a whole lot of prune juice to loosen bowels in a very small baby. My son was constipated and this is what the paediatrician told me:
Replace one of his regular feeding bottles a day with a bottle of sterilized water (can be served warm if that's his preference.) with a half teaspoon of brown sugar dissolved in it.
The reason for the brown sugar is that it's unrefined (like brown rice) and acts like bran in the bowels by drawing water to the compacted stool, making it softer and easier to poop out!!
Other things you can do in the meantime are:
When changing his diaper, "bicycle" his legs for a couple of minutes.
VERY GENTLY massage his abdomen 3 to 4 finger widths below his bellybutton.
Also, it was the iron in my son's formula that constipated him, and when I switched to an iron-free brand, he got relief within 2 days.
Best of luck and don't worry, IT WILL COME OUT!!
2006-09-28 01:11:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
First why do you think your child is constipated? Is it b/c they haven't had a bowel movement in a couple days or is it b/c they are acting like their tummies hurt and they haven't? If they haven't had one but aren't fussy they aren't constipated, they just don't go as often as adults. Also changing a babies diet can change the frequency.
Now if the baby is fussy and hasn't gone, the first thing you can try is take the baby temp using a rectal thermometer. This will cause the bowels to move alot of times. More water in the babies diet IF they are on baby food is also good, juices can also help. They do also have an infant stool softener suppository at the store, works great, you only need a piece of one but if that is the problem it will make them go in no time.
HTH
2006-09-28 08:04:36 · answer #2 · answered by channielynn 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Karo Syrup.....I don't know why bajinnoly got a thumbs down I was always told NEVER to give my children prune juice and 5 months...
Put a teaspoon of Karo in milk. They will use the bathroom. If you are unsure you need to call your Doctor I wouldn't give a child of 5 months prune juice. Never heard of that.
2006-09-28 07:53:53 · answer #3 · answered by ▒Яenée▒ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It will work itself out without giving prune juice. You should consider Gripe Water to deal with gas buildup in the belly. It's available at health food stores or online. It's expensive, but it worked very well for us, and lasts a long time.
2006-09-28 07:46:12 · answer #4 · answered by Daniel M 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I just had this problem yesterday with my daughter. She was so bad that she was screaming when she would try to poop. My doctor said to put a Tsp. of dark brown sugar in her bottle. And in a couple hours she finally got it out and the rest was soft. My poor little baby. I hope that your baby is not in as much pain as mine was. Good Luck.
2006-09-28 09:15:36 · answer #5 · answered by laneylewzmom 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
they have baby food that is stewed prunes (or something like that.) Unless your baby hasnt had a BM in a few days, there is no reason to take him to the doctor. Just make sure you arent making his formula too strong and give him some prunes... he will be pooping in no time! :)
2006-09-28 07:48:05 · answer #6 · answered by whaaatthe 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
take that poor baby to the doctor. do not give the baby prune juice. get him to the doctor asp. when my children when younger I never gave them prune juice.
2006-09-28 07:44:52 · answer #7 · answered by lover of Jehovah and Jesus 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
my daughter was constipated and the pharmasist said to give the baby...baby apple juice or baby prune juice you dont have to mix it with water and you can give her baby lax its by fleet..you squeeze this clear fluid in the baby butt and it dont hurt the baby at all and believe me your baby wont be constipated no more prepare to go through alot of diapers
2006-09-28 07:50:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Just phone up a chemist or doctors annonymously if you like, but they are the best ones to advise you..that baby will be your most treasured possession, it is worth getting the professional advice...good luck and good health to bubs...
2006-09-28 07:46:33 · answer #9 · answered by ozzy chik... 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I always gave my kids apples or apricot baby food....apple juice is good too.....real good....give in moderation....
Stay away from "B" name fruits....ex. bananas...they cause constipation if given too much of.....
I have never given my kids prune juice so I would not suggest it
2006-09-28 07:45:29 · answer #10 · answered by mysticfairy74 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋