The Only Constipation Diet Plan for Kids You’ll Need

Published: June 28, 2024 | Last Updated on: June 28, 2024 | by Hema

Here is the only constipation diet plan you’ll need for your baby or toddler! Features a complete meal-by-meal plan for 5 whole days – with recipes!

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You’re bound to hear someone giggle when the conversation is about poop, but as any parent knows, constipation is no laughing matter! Babies, especially, struggle when they have constipation, and it can be heartbreaking for new parents to watch helplessly. The first step in overcoming this helplessness is to get educated about identifying the condition and the right foods to feed your baby.

Signs of Constipation in Babies and Kids

Hard, dry, poop that looks like pebbles
Crying or straining to pass stools
Appearing uncomfortable during a bowel movement
Pooping less than thrice a week
Blood in stools
Abdominal pain
Bloating or swelling in the belly
Clenching the bottom
Belly feeling hard
Smelly gas and stools
Decreased appetite
Increase in spitting up

Causes of Constipation in Children

1. Lack of sufficient fiber in the diet

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2. Insufficient fluid intake

3. Excessive junk food consumption

4. Switching from breastmilk to formula, or when starting solids

5. Lack of exercise or physical activity

6. Ignoring body signals to poop

7. Being anxious about unfamiliar bathrooms

8. Side effects of certain medicines like iron supplements

9. Structural problems of the intestinal tract, rectum, or anus

10. Other medical conditions like endocrine issues or problems with the nervous system

Now that we know what constipation looks like and what causes it, let’s look at how we can fix it through diet!

Constipation Diet Plan for Babies and Toddlers

Here is the only constipation diet plan you'll need for your baby or toddler! Features a complete meal-by-meal plan for 5 whole days - with recipes!

Important Note: Please remember that these food charts are only for guidance and not a substitute for medical advice. Breast milk is the best food for babies, so breastfeed whenever your baby wants. The WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for babies under 6 months.

6 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM BM/FM Oats Porridge BM/FM Fig Water BM/FM

Day 2 BM/FM BM/FM Avocado Puree BM/FM Brown Rice Cereal BM/FM

Day 3 BM/FM BM/FM Raw Kerala Banana Porridge BM/FM Pear Puree BM/FM

Day 4 BM/FM BM/FM Fig Water BM/FM Oats Porridge BM/FM

Day 5 BM/FM BM/FM Brown Rice Cereal BM/FM Avocado Puree BM/FM

7 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Dates puree BM/FM Brown Rice Cereal BM/FM Raw Kerala Banana Porridge

Day 2 BM/FM Banana Oats Cereal BM/FM Green Beans Puree BM/FM Fig Puree

Day 3 BM/FM Raw Kerala Banana Porridge BM/FM Green Peas Puree BM/FM Oats Pear Porridge

Day 4 BM/FM Fig Puree BM/FM Raw Kerala Banana Porridge BM/FM Green Beans Puree

Day 5 BM/FM Oats Pear Porridge BM/FM Green Peas Puree BM/FM Brown Rice Cereal

8 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Oats Raisin Walnuts Porridge BM/FM Broken Wheat Apple Halwa BM/FM Chickpea Spinach Puree

Day 2 BM/FM Banana Oats Cereal BM/FM Roasted Gram Rice Porridge BM/FM Green Beans Puree

Day 3 BM/FM Oats Pear Porridge BM/FM Chickpea Spinach Puree BM/FM Black Urad Dal Rice Porridge

Day 4 BM/FM Oats Raisin Walnuts Porridge BM/FM Black Urad Dal Rice Porridge BM/FM Broken Wheat Apple Halwa

Day 5 BM/FM Oats Porridge BM/FM Green Peas Puree BM/FM Roasted Gram Rice Porridge

9 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Multigrain Millet Porridge BM/FM Beetroot Chickpea Puree Broccoli Soup Oats Khichdi

Day 2 BM/FM Instant Rice and Nuts Porridge BM/FM Black Urad Dal Rice Porridge Broken Wheat Apple Halwa Chickpea Spinach Puree

Day 3 BM/FM Spinach Oat Pancakes BM/FM Broccoli Spinach Puree Fig Puree Roasted Gram Rice Porridge

Day 4 BM/FM Oats Raisin Walnuts Porridge BM/FM Black Urad Dal Rice Porridge Broccoli Soup Oats Khichdi

Day 5 BM/FM Multigrain Millet Porridge BM/FM Roasted Gram Rice Porridge Broken Wheat Apple Halwa Spinach Khichdi

10 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Mango Oats Porridge BM/FM Vegetable Dalia Khichdi Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup Oats Khichdi

Day 2 BM/FM Spinach Oat Pancakes BM/FM Chickpea Rice Orange Slices Spinach Khichdi

Day 3 BM/FM Multigrain Millet Porridge BM/FM Black Lentil Khichdi Broccoli Soup Vegetable Dalia Khichdi

Day 4 BM/FM Instant Rice and Nuts Porridge BM/FM Beetroot Chickpea Puree Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup Chickpea Rice

Day 5 BM/FM Mango Oats Porridge BM/FM Spinach Khichdi Orange Slices Black Lentil Khichdi

11 Months Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Chickpea Spinach Pancake Broken Wheat Apple Halwa Broccoli Khichdi Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup Black Lentil Khichdi

Day 2 BM/FM Mango Oats Porridge Dates Puree Cabbage Rice Broccoli Soup Rajma Khichdi

Day 3 BM/FM Multigrain Millet Porridge Beetroot Halwa Vegetable Dalia Khichdi Fig Puree Chickpea Rice

Day 4 BM/FM Chickpea Spinach Pancake Broken Wheat Apple Halwa Spinach Khichdi Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup Cabbage Rice

Day 5 BM/FM Spinach Oat Pancakes Dates Puree Chickpea Rice Beetroot Halwa Broccoli Khichdi

1 Year Constipation Diet Plan

Early Morning Breakfast Mid Morning Lunch Afternoon Snack Dinner

Day 1 BM/FM Banana Oats Pancake Constipation Juice Cabbage Rice Dates Chia Seeds Apricot Laddu Black Lentil Khichdi

Day 2 BM/FM Quinoa Kheer Apple Oats Dates Smoothie Rajma Khichdi Beetroot Halwa Spinach Khichdi

Day 3 BM/FM Oats Pear Porridge Apple Slices with Skin Broccoli Khichdi Constipation Juice Boiled Wheat Pasta

Day 4 BM/FM Banana Oats Pancake Beetroot Halwa Black Lentil Khichdi Apple Slices with Skin Cabbage Rice

Day 5 BM/FM Oats Raisin Walnuts Porridge Apple Oats Dates Smoothie Chickpea Rice Tomato Ginger Beetroot Soup Vegetable Dalia Khichdi

Tips for Feeding Your Child During Constipation

1. Breastfeed your baby as much as they desire, since breastmilk is considered a natural laxative

2. If your baby is formula-fed, think about changing to a different formula

3. Make sure your child has enough fluids to help the fiber move through his body

4. Skip sodas and soft drinks and opt for clear soups or fruit juices – please note that the American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend fruit juice for children younger than 1 year

5. Avoid all kinds of junk food and processed food

6. Cut down on meat till the constipation clears

7. If you think the constipation may be because of a particular food, keep a food diary to identify the trigger

8. Ensure a regular feeding schedule for your child for more regular bowel movements

At the end of the day, the two most important things to remember are the two ‘F’s – Fiber and Fluids. Fiber is important for relieving constipation, overall intestinal health, and maintaining a healthy weight. To know how much fiber your child needs, follow the AAP’s recommendation of adding five to your child’s age – that’s how many grams of fiber they need per day. Along with fiber, make sure that they consume enough fluids so that the fiber can move along the intestinal tract smoothly.