Constipation is a common childhood problem. It happens often at two points early in a child's life. The first time is generally around the time when baby starts eating solid foods and starts to shift from a full fluid diet to having milk/formula and solids. The second time it commonly occurs is around toilet training. Sometimes children don't like the experience of toilet training, start to hold their bowel movements, thereby causing constipation. Beyond these two more common times, constipation unfortunately, can strike at any point.
Starting Solid Foods
Are you ready to start solid foods with your infant? Before you do, check out this post to learn more.
When it's time to start introducing your little one to solid foods, a mix of emotions are often felt by parents and caregivers. While your baby may be excited to start trying foods they see mom and dad eating, parents may feel anxious and nervous about this next step. Not all babies are ready for this stage at the same age, and their preferences for flavours and textures also differ. When starting your baby on solid food, its important to watch them for cues and allow them to help guide you on how quickly to progress.