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How to get rid of baby constipation

2018-06-23 07:48:12
My baby is a formula feed from day1.he is 5months 15days old.he is getting constipated and not drinking milk ..How can I get him rid of constipation and drink milk properly.
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Formula fed babies have more chances of constipation.My advice is to shift him on cows milk or toned milk along with you can start complementary feeding like sooji kheer,porridge etc as he had already reached near 6 months.This  will help you a lot.

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Please give details how many feeds you are giving in a day and what is frequency of passing motions. Crying during passing motions?
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visit a pediatrician near by or feel free to ask me.

Answered2018-06-23 08:16:20

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