Constipation in New Born

HITMANHEALY

Hi all,

Parent of a newborn, looking on tips to relieve constipation.

Thanks

Lola92

In parent or baby?

Back on topic, with a newborn baby it is usually recommended to give some cooled boiled water in a bottle. If that doesn't do the trick after a few hours try some brown sugar in boiled water and allow to cool.

We used to put one teaspoon of sugar per ounce of water. I know this sounds a lot but it really does the trick and wouldn't be given often.

Das Kitty

Give the public health nurse a ring. They give free advice. Alternatively the pharmacist can help.

Minxie123

Are you sure the baby is constipated? They can make some strange noises when they're newbies and getting a poo together. Do you breastfeed or formula feed. Breastfed babies can go for days without a poo.

bulmersgal

I'd ring the nurse just to check especially with newborn as it mightn't be constipation

abouttobebanned

It's brown sugar in a bit of warm water isnt it? And a little belly massage

hotshots85

HITMANHEALY wrote: »

Hi all,

Parent of a newborn, looking on tips to relieve constipation.

Thanks

What food are you using? Our baby had lots of trouble on cow and gate milk and was very consipated, moved to aptamil an has been fine since

January

Please consult your PHN or GP.

Medical advice cannot be given on this forum.