Once you start introducing solids you can expect to see some changes to your baby’s bowel motions. You may notice undigested food, changes in colour, smell & shape.
If your baby has hard pellet like poop, straining with no bowel motion or a distended abdomen it’s likely they’re constipated.
-Avoid offering food too early.
-Only offer a taste to begin with, go slowly.
-Avoid fortified rice cereals, both the iron & rice may cause constipation.
-Include high fibre fruits like prunes & pears.
-Include good fats like ghee, olive oil & coconut.
-Offer fermented foods like kefir, yoghurt & sauerkraut.
-Offer sips of filtered water.
Follow up with your health care provider if you need further assistance.
