10. Constipation 101 - What foods can help? Should I give my kid a supplement? How does picky eating affect it? And how often should my kid be pooping?
Welcome to Constipation 101! 💩🎉 This episode is a FREE (seriously... no upselling or strings attached) course all about constipation in kids. Because my mission is to make sure that every parent has access to free, practical, and evidence-based nutrition info for their kids. If you prefer to access this course in video format, check it out on my YouTube channel HERE. This podcast answers the questions: What causes constipation? What is the Rome IV criteria? How often should my kid be pooping? How do the different types of fiber affect our poop? How does our gut bacteria impact our poops? Quick tips for helping your kids eat more fiber How does water intake affect constipation? Can my kid get too much fiber? Can picky eating cause constipation? Can constipation cause picky eating? How does sensory needs affect pooping? Tips for families dealing with constipation during potty training Foods to eat to help with constipation Do fiber supplements help with constipation? What about magnesium supplements? Should I give my kid a probiotic to help them poop? Should I avoid any foods if my baby is constipated? What are MY thoughts on Miralax in kids? How are food allergies and constipation related? SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to help your kids eat more veggies, not obsess over sweets, and develop healthy relationships with food! FOLLOW ME ON IG SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE SUPPORT ME by sharing my content with your family and friends, sharing Growing Intuitive Eaters with your favorite brands and podcasts, or buying me a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/drtaylorarnold 😊 Happy feeding (and pooping)! 🥦 With love, Dr. A Disclaimer: This video is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition, or to provide medical nutrition therapy. If you are concerned about yours or your child's nutrition or eating habits, contact your dietitian.