Parents must know about these foods that can cause constipation in their babies!!
If you are of the view that constipation could only occur in adults, then this article would surprise you!!
Truth is that constipation can also occur in the babies. When there is a hard and dry bowel movement, this issue is termed as constipation. It is a common digestive issue.
Many parents are not aware of the fact that certain foods could cause constipation in their babies and they keep feeding their babies with such kinds of foods. These foods would slow down the digestion in the babies.
It is worthy to note that when the babies move from breast milk to solid foods or formula foods etc, then the babies could get constipation issues in them.
Signs of constipation:
Babies with constipation issue would show several signs such as difficulty in passing stools, bloating, stomach pain and loss of appetite etc.
There are many foods that can lead to constipation in babies. Hence, it is the duty of the parents to know these foods and avoid giving them to their babies.
Foods that can lead to constipation in babies are
Bananas in raw or unripe form:
It must be noted that unripe bananas could exacerbate constipation in the babies. So, parents must avoid giving them to their babies.
Milk proteins:
It is worthy to mention here that most babies are allergic to milk proteins present in the formula milk and breast milk etc. Parents must be careful regarding this.
Steamed carrots:
The stools of the babies would get hardened when they consume steamed carrots. It must be taken into account that the constipation issue does not occur if the babies are given raw carrot or carrot juice etc.
Cheese:
Parents must be careful and not give cheese to their babies. The reason for that is though cheese is packed with nutrients it has low fibre content. This would lead to constipation in the babies.
White bread:
It is known that white bread is made from processed all purpose flour and white bread lack n nutrients for the baby. This food can lead to constipation in the babies.
Steamed apples:
The babies could get constipation problems if parents give them steamed apples. It is important to mention that applesauce having stool hardening component pectin could also lead to constipation in the babies.
Yoghurt:
Yoghurt is rich in probiotics but its binding properties on certain foods would cause constipation in the babies. Parents must be careful.
Tubers:
Many parents do not know the fact that except sweet potatoes all other tubers are low in fibres. Fact is that the presence of starch in the tubers would lead to constipation in the babies.
White rice:
Low in fibre content, rice is a popular baby food is known. Parents must refrain from providing rice to their babies as it could lead to hardening of stools. Oatmeal or barley meal could be good for the babies.
Packages or processed foods:
There are certain foods that have low fibre content and the examples are crackers, sweet puris, baby snack foods etc. These foods can lead to constipation issues in the babies.
Note for the parents:
It is important for the parents to consult a doctor or paediatrician before giving solid foods to the babies. Parents must always keep the babies` meals simple and fresh.
