What should I change in my 9-month-old's diet for constipation?
⚡ Short answer: Diet adjustment is usually the first step for constipation in 9-month-old babies.
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9 aylık bebek annesi · Diapers & Digestion
My 9-month-old is constipated. What should I add to or remove from his diet?
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Diet adjustment is usually the first step for constipation in 9-month-old babies. What to add: high-fiber vegetables (broccoli, squash, spinach—mashed, not pureed; or finger-food size), fruits especially pear, prune, peach, apricot (unsweetened home stewed juice also works well), a teaspoon of olive oil mixed into meals, whole wheat baby cereal or wholegrain crackers. What to remove: banana (even ripe can cause constipation), applesauce alone (causes constipation; better with prune juice), carrots, potatoes, white rice cereal, white flour products—all of these firm up stool.
Yogurt or kefir 2-3 times daily supports gut flora. Make sure he's drinking enough—150-200 ml water daily (between meals) is important.
If constipation lasts 2 weeks, baby cries while pooping, or there's blood in stool, see your pediatrician.
Note: This information is not medical advice; please consult your doctor about medications and dosing.
⚕️ 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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