It\u2019s funny how interesting baby poop can become to parents in the UK (and the rest of the world) after a while. Though most mums and dads would rather avoid changing baby diapers, the truth is that observing baby bowel movements becomes second nature often from the moment that the baby enters the world. So, what happens when those poopy diapers suddenly stop being so poopy? How long is normal, what should you do and is it true that you can use orange juice for baby constipation? Let\u2019s dig into the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Technically yes… but with a few caveats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Because of the high fibre content of oranges, orange juice can be a suitable choice for individuals with constipation in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, it is important to also note that MANY fruit juices are good for constipation in children and adults. The real concern here, however, is the age of your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the case of a newborn, you should be very wary of giving your baby juice or solids of any kind, no matter how little the amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Because their digestive systems are too immature to handle these substances, their little tummies may not be able to take what they ingest yet. This is especially true in the case of orange juice since orange is very acidic<\/a>, especially when given straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even babies 6 months and older who can technically eat solids and can even nosh on an orange slice or two probably shouldn\u2019t. That\u2019s because the acid content in oranges and orange juice can be so high that it can cause rashes on your babies skin and around their mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n So when can you give orange juice to a child for constipation in the UK? <\/p>\n\n\n\n Orange juice for toddler constipation may do the trick. Many pediatricians recommend you hold off on citrus until your baby is at least 12 months of age, which is about the same age that pediatricians also allow you to stop sterilising baby bottles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The reasoning here is simple. At this age your baby\u2019s immune system and digestive system is more capable of handling things like acid and potentially other bacteria. For more information about sterilising bottles to rid them of bacteria, check out our post on When to Safely Stop Sterilising Baby Bottles.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Once your baby is 12 months or beyond, then orange juice toddler constipation may be used, although it should be noted that less is more when it comes to little ones and orange juice. One strategy is to start off with a teaspoon of straight orange juice, wait an hour or two, and then move up from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, back to the original question. Is orange good for babies? <\/p>\n\n\n\n While you technically shouldn\u2019t give orange to your baby and we don\u2019t advise you to do so, if the constipation is really bad, you may need to speak with your paediatrician about giving diluted, or watered down orange juice to your baby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many women claim this to be an old wives tale that has worked for decades, however, you would certainly need to speak with a medical professional before doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your medical practitioner in the UK gives you the thumbs up or if you\u2019d like to try orange juice for toddler constipation, try mixing a half ounce of orange juice with a half ounce of boiled (then cooled) water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Whatever you do, never use this mixture to replace any of your baby or toddler\u2019s food. you should only do this under the supervision and guidance of a medical professional. This method also works with other juices, including apple, pear and blueberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exactly how much orange juice you give to your baby or toddler will depend on whether or not you are diluting it and how old your baby is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n As previously mentioned, your 1 year old can technically tolerate orange juice but be careful. Even adults can often struggle with the acidic nature of oranges. And orange juice is a concentrated beverage of many oranges making it even higher in acid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We recommend trying the half and half method, starting with one half ounce of orange juice and mixing it with one half ounce of water to begin. You can increase the amount of orange juice and water according to your child\u2019s age and the advice of your medical practitioner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Orange juice for babies 6 months and under should be done with caution in the UK. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Though orange juice for 6 month old baby for constipation may work, it may also cause heartburn or discomfort for your little one, especially when given straight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, you may wish to hold off on orange juice for 6 month old baby constipation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are many kinds of juice that work well for constipation. By and large, the top most recommended juice for constipation is usually prune then pear, but honestly, these aren\u2019t the only types of juices that work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some swear by apple juice, though apples can indeed make stools harder if you aren\u2019t careful, and others love blueberry juice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll want to steer clear of juice made from pineapple and other citrusy fruits until your baby is ready to handle them at about 12 months, and even then, most practitioners recommend no more than 4 ounces of juice per day in addition to water and daily feeds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For more ideas on other types of fruit juices are recommended to aid with constipation checkout Healthline\u2019s \u201cWhich Juices Can Relieve Constipation<\/a>\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Has your newborn, baby or toddler gone several days without pooping? Before you take drastic measures, stop and consider several things: their age, their diet and their wet diapers. If you see a sharp decrease in wet diapers, notice that your little one isn\u2019t eating as often or notice your little one has a firm tummy, you\u2019ll want to see a medical professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your baby is over six weeks old, remember that it is common to see a sharp decline in the amount of dirty diapers your little one acquires. In fact, poopy diapers can dwindle down to as little as once a week, especially for breastfed babies. Newborns, however, have the propensity to poo after nearly every meal, making it imperative that you take age into consideration before trying to stimulate your baby to poop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now for the question, \u201cHow can I stimulate my baby to poop?\u201d you may try bicycling your child\u2019s legs as they lay on his or her back. You may also take your child\u2019s temperature rectally as this sometimes can trigger a bowel movement. If you take on this method, use hand sanitiser<\/strong><\/a> or wash your hands beforehand and only use the mere tip of a RECTAL thermometer to take your baby\u2019s temperature. NEVER stick it in far, and NEVER use a regular thermometer that is not designed to function for rectal use in your baby’s bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n The following are other tips in addition to orange juice that can help relieve constipation in babies quickly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember that breastfed babies in the UK will tend to poop less often than formula fed babies as they have less \u201cwaste\u201d to expel as they generally use all of the calories and nutrients from breast milk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your paediatrician as to what should be considered the normal amount of poop for your little one based on their diet and age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n In short, we don\u2019t recommend using orange juice for babies due to its acidic nature. For more information about whether or not adding orange juice to your baby\u2019s diet is right for you, contact your local pediatrician in the UK. For further reading, check out the NCT\u2019s article about baby constipation titled Constipation in Babies<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\nOrange Juice Toddler Constipation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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