18-month toddler constipation?
⚡ Short answer: Constipation in 18-month-olds (1.5 years) is usually related to eating habits and water intake.
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bir anne · Diapers & Digestion
18-month toddler constipation?
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Constipation in 18-month-olds (1.5 years) is usually related to eating habits and water intake. Most common causes at this age: not drinking enough water (especially during the transition to cow's milk, where excess milk can decrease water intake), not enough fiber in diet (processed snacks instead of fruits and vegetables), and the habit of holding in stools during toilet training readiness.
First things to try:
- Increase water (about 4-6 cups daily, between meals)
- Fiber-rich fruits: pears, plums, apricots, dried prunes puree
- Chamomile tea without sugar (1-2 cups daily)
- Olive oil-based meals, yogurt with probiotics
- Gently pedaling legs like a bicycle, or clockwise belly massage
If constipation lasts longer than 3 days, comes with belly pain, there's blood in stools, or the child cries/strains while pooping, see a pediatrician — laxatives should only be suggested by a doctor.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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