Keeping FF baby from getting constipated?

wifey26

Any tips?  DD seems to be getting a bit backed up and uncomfortable.

alisonz3

We have that problem, too. Doc says making the 'bicycle" move with her legs helps as does giving her a tummy rub when it's been awhile, but basically, her body's going to do what it's going to do, unfortunately...

SBmomma

We FF at night because my milk supply is so low and he's got quite the appetite. Anyways, in the morning he is usually grunting I know he's constipated. What has worked for us is I will put him in one of those vibrating chairs for a bit and like magic he will pass a stool.

bekwohl

My son only poops every 3 days and when he does go he struggles- I feel terrible for him- I spoke to the pedi at his 2 month appt and was told I could give up to 1 ounce of prune juice per day- although I am not fond of juice for babies- but he says this will help be proactive instead of reactive- he also said that when I change him- to gently push on his rectum.  This is supposed to give a little stimulation to entice the poop to come out- haha and then I read what I wrote and - ah the things we do for our babies!  But in all seriousness- the pushing on his booty has seemed to help