Constipation Archives

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19 Feb Baby Poop 101: What’s Normal and When to Call the Doctor

Posted at 10:36h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Constipation, Formula Feeding, New Parents, Nutrition, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

New parents quickly learn that diaper changes come with surprises—including different colors, textures, and smells. While baby poop might not be the most glamorous topic, it’s an important indicator of your little one’s health. But what’s normal, and when should you be concerned? Here’s what...

A gassy, uncomfortable newborn baby lies in bed, struggling with constipation.

26 Dec What to Do if Your Newborn Is Constipated

Posted at 11:26h in Babies, Constipation, Flu, General Health, Newborn Care, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

Observing your newborn in distress due to constipation can be distressing for any parent. While newborn constipation isn't uncommon, it's essential to understand what it is, what causes it, and what you can do to help your baby find relief. In this blog, we'll provide...

A caring mother gently changes her baby's diaper, ensuring their comfort and cleanliness.

14 Jul Is My Newborn Constipated?

Posted at 15:10h in Babies, Child Care, Child Safety, colic, Constipation, General Health, New Mom, New Parents, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

As a new mother, the slightest change in your baby's behavior can alarm you. Has your baby been grunting and squirming while trying to poop? Or maybe they're crying too? There's no need to panic. Your baby isn't alone. Many babies, especially during the first three months...

A patient mother offers solid food to her hesitant child, who turns away, demonstrating the challenges of introducing new foods to picky eaters.

27 Oct Why is My Baby Refusing Solids?

Posted at 16:16h in Babies, Breastfeeding, Constipation, Formula Feeding, General Health, New Mom, Nutrition by Continuum Pediatrics

You’ve introduced solids into the baby’s diet but now suddenly your little one is refusing them. Naturally, you become a little worried that something is wrong and you’re trying to figure out what you need to do next. Before you begin worrying too much let’s...

A distressed toddler, experiencing constipation, holds their tummy, seeking relief from discomfort.

30 Aug Constipation in Toddlers—What Every Parent Should Know

Posted at 11:31h in Child Development, Constipation, Eating Habits, General Health, New Parents, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Stress, Toddlers by Continuum Pediatrics

Constipation may not be every parent’s favorite topic to talk about, but it gets brought up a lot, particularly among parents of toddlers. During these formative years, many kids will have disruptions in their normal bowel movements, particularly as they start to try new foods....

08 Jul The Vitamin That People Don’t Get Enough Of

Posted at 09:00h in Constipation, Diabetes, Flu, General Health, Nutrition, Sleep, Stress by Continuum Pediatrics

We all know that it is important to get our daily dose of vitamins. However, the majority of people today aren’t getting all of the vitamins they need, and they are definitely not getting enough of certain vitamins. However, you may be surprised by what specific vitamin most people are lacking—and...

26 Jun Tips on Helping Your Child to Have Regular Bowel Movements

Posted at 02:02h in Constipation, Eating Habits, Pediatrics by Continuum Pediatrics

If you have a child who is suffering from constipation, then as a parent, you likely want to do whatever you can in order to help your child become more regular with their bowel movements. The good news is, there are several things that you...