Young children are often constipated. But unlike adults, the treatment of this ailment in children should be especially careful and delicate. To save the child from this problem, first you should pay attention to the baby's nutrition, as well as whether he drinks enough liquid per day. The children's diet must include daily hot liquid dishes, such as vegetable soup or borscht.
Necessary
- - fresh vegetables and fruits,
- - dried fruits,
- - flax seeds, lemon juice, honey,
- - water,
- - foods rich in fiber.
Instructions
Step 1
Pay attention to whether the child is consuming enough fresh vegetables and fruits. The fact is that they stimulate the intestines well, are saturated with vitamins, and are rich in fiber. In addition to fresh fruits, it is recommended to eat dried fruits for constipation - for example, dried apricots and prunes, known for their laxative properties. Take a few dried fruits, chop finely and soak overnight in a glass of water. Give the child the liquid infused overnight on an empty stomach, and add the rest of the pulp to morning porridge or other breakfast dish.
Step 2
Prepare the following mixture for constipation for your baby: Mix 1 teaspoon of flax seeds with a few drops of lemon juice, add a little honey. Add it to your porridge or other sweet or bland breakfast dish.
Step 3
Prepare fiber-rich foods for your baby. It is a ballast substance, makes the intestines work more actively, contract better and move food towards the exit.
Step 4
If the baby is very small and breastfed, his mother needs to monitor the nutrition. A young mother should eat well, eat food rich in vitamins, minerals, and drink plenty of fluids.
Step 5
In addition, in order to relieve the baby of constipation, it should be spread more often on the tummy. You can give him a circular massage of the abdomen - you need to stroke it clockwise for some time, gradually increase the pressure slightly with your hand.
Step 6
It is necessary to pay attention to the child's physical activity. Travel out of town with your baby more often, play energetic games in the fresh air.
