If you haven’t already, I’d recommend consulting with a GI specialist if constipation has been that longstanding. They can help find the best course of treatment for your daughter. Best of luck ❤️❤️
Thank you so much for this video! My toddler was put on a longer term dosage from her GI doctor. it's been 6 months so far and it has worked wonders. She had become resistant to pooping after potty training. We have another GI check up appointment at the children's hospital in about two months. We are extremely happy with Miralax and the relief it has brought to our baby. She use to scream her lungs out when she had to go poop. My family is so thankful for this medicine. She now goes happily to the potty and no issues. I am a little afraid when the time comes to come off of it. I hope the consistency of her poop remains soft and that we don't regress. Prayers appreciated :)
Yes it’s a great medicine for many circumstances/kiddos. So glad it worked well for y’all! And often providers will do a slow taper to make sure kids are ready to stop it and can still continue with soft/regular stools so hopefully it won’t be too stressful when it’s time to wean. Best of luck ❤️
@@fernandof.9103 A year ago, when her problems started, our pediatrician said half a cap in (1) drink per day: it can be added to apple juice or gatorade (or something they will for sure finish drinking). And we usually gave it to her during her lunch meal. We use the small normal toddler cups and she would finish everything right up. Our pediatrician still has her on it. So we faithfully give it to her everyday, but only (1/4) capful. If she misses during the weekend, it's not a big deal. She has been doing really good!!! We added the activia dailies with probiotics as well to her daily menu.
thank you for this video. My son who is 4 years old has been struggling with hard stool, since we started potty training. He has been on miralax for about a year. We are currently trying to taper him off though, whenever we get to like an 1/8 of a cap or none. his stool becomes almost ROCK hard. the doctor continues to tell us to up the dose of miralax... but what does this mean? is he going to have to take this medication for the rest of his life? i have no idea what to do, i feel like im failing my son.
Aw I’m sorry constipation is so tough. Most kids don’t need it long term but some kids need it for longer than others. Dietary changes can make a big difference so increasing high fiber foods, prune juice, water intake etc. I know it’s so frustrating trying to figure out what will help. I wish the best for you and your son ❤️❤️
Yes please! Daughter has been constipated for yearsssss and I want to know how to manage longstanding chronic functional constipation!
If you haven’t already, I’d recommend consulting with a GI specialist if constipation has been that longstanding. They can help find the best course of treatment for your daughter. Best of luck ❤️❤️
I’d love to know if medicine can cause constipation? The probiotic and supplements. So, yes please to constipation feature
Thank you doctor!! ❤
Thank you doc for all the information. Also please talk on food introduction at 6 months
Here’s a podcast where I cover how to start solids! pedsdoctalk.com/podcast/lets-eat-introduction-of-solids/
Constipation!
Thank you so much for this video! My toddler was put on a longer term dosage from her GI doctor. it's been 6 months so far and it has worked wonders. She had become resistant to pooping after potty training. We have another GI check up appointment at the children's hospital in about two months. We are extremely happy with Miralax and the relief it has brought to our baby. She use to scream her lungs out when she had to go poop. My family is so thankful for this medicine. She now goes happily to the potty and no issues.
I am a little afraid when the time comes to come off of it. I hope the consistency of her poop remains soft and that we don't regress. Prayers appreciated :)
Yes it’s a great medicine for many circumstances/kiddos. So glad it worked well for y’all! And often providers will do a slow taper to make sure kids are ready to stop it and can still continue with soft/regular stools so hopefully it won’t be too stressful when it’s time to wean. Best of luck ❤️
Hi Jesus, would you mind sharing the dose you are giving to your toddles? Thanks.
@@fernandof.9103 A year ago, when her problems started, our pediatrician said half a cap in (1) drink per day: it can be added to apple juice or gatorade (or something they will for sure finish drinking). And we usually gave it to her during her lunch meal. We use the small normal toddler cups and she would finish everything right up. Our pediatrician still has her on it. So we faithfully give it to her everyday, but only (1/4) capful. If she misses during the weekend, it's not a big deal. She has been doing really good!!! We added the activia dailies with probiotics as well to her daily menu.
Thank you so much for this video. Very informative.
Needed to watch this my son has been using miralax also would love a video on toddler picky eating?
Yes I cover this is my toddler picky eating course but will add for possible UA-cam video topic in the future!
Can you please do an entire episode on constipation, I’m more interested in constipation in babies .
Thank you
Yes will add it to the list for future video ideas!
thank you for this video. My son who is 4 years old has been struggling with hard stool, since we started potty training. He has been on miralax for about a year. We are currently trying to taper him off though, whenever we get to like an 1/8 of a cap or none. his stool becomes almost ROCK hard. the doctor continues to tell us to up the dose of miralax... but what does this mean? is he going to have to take this medication for the rest of his life? i have no idea what to do, i feel like im failing my son.
Aw I’m sorry constipation is so tough. Most kids don’t need it long term but some kids need it for longer than others. Dietary changes can make a big difference so increasing high fiber foods, prune juice, water intake etc. I know it’s so frustrating trying to figure out what will help. I wish the best for you and your son ❤️❤️
@@pedsdoctalktv9960 thank you
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