Aug 9, 2023 · Constipation is common in kids. Dietary changes (more fiber!) and sitting on the toilet after meals can help get things moving again.

May 18, 2025 · Make sure your child is getting enough fluids. Most kids need about 50-60 ounces of water every day. Add more fiber to your child’s diet. Make sure they're eating enough fruits, …

Apr 16, 2025 · Learn what could cause constipation in your child, what you can do to prevent it and treatments that will get the bowel moving again.

May 15, 2023 · Laxatives are medications that can help treat constipation in kids. They are used when lifestyle changes, like adding more water and fiber to the diet, are not enough. There are …

Jun 18, 2023 · In today’s article, we’ll give you 13 natural and home remedies for constipation in children that prevent no risks to their health. Constipation is a common problem in children, …

Apr 7, 2025 · Miralax, and many other stool softeners, are not absorbed into the body, but keep water with the bowel as it is being digested, thus freeing a child of constipation. Please know …

Jun 26, 2025 · Fiber promotes smooth bowel movement and prevents constipation. Whole grains and cereals like quinoa, oats, whole wheat, and millets are high in dietary fiber. Legumes and …

Children with constipation may have stools (poops or bowel movements—BMs) that are hard, dry and difficult or painful to get out. Some children with constipation have infrequent stools. Read …

Jul 23, 2025 · When providing kids constipation relief, focus on finding ways that fit what they like. This ensures that your child plays an active and engaged role in treating their constipation. …

Unpleasant as it can be, there are ways to get through an episode of constipation, says Prasanna Kapavarapu, MD, an attending physician with the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology …