Hi fellow parents,
I'm a bit worried about my toddler's bowel movements. She seems to be experiencing constipation and is having a hard time passing stool. She's been complaining of tummy aches and hasn't had a proper poop in two days. I've tried giving her more fluids and fruits, but it doesn't seem to be helping much.
I'm hoping to get some advice from other parents who have dealt with this before. What are some remedies or treatments that have worked for your child? Are there any foods that are particularly helpful for relieving constipation? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance!

Hello!
I went through the same thing with my toddler recently, and I found that cutting back on dairy products helped a lot. Sometimes too much dairy can cause constipation, so we switched to almond milk instead of cow's milk and tried to limit her intake of cheese and yogurt.
Another thing that seemed to help was massaging her belly in a clockwise direction. I would use gentle pressure and make circular motions around her belly button. This can help to stimulate the intestines and get things moving.
Lastly, we started giving her a small amount of prune juice mixed with water each day. Prunes are a natural laxative and can be really helpful in relieving constipation. Just be sure not to give too much, as this can cause diarrhea.
I hope these tips are helpful and that your little one finds some relief soon!