Constipation root causes and first treatment steps for babies and toddlers
In this deeply personal and informative episode, Laila Helena — naturopath, nutritionist, and founder of Oh Healthy Baby — shares her own journey navigating chronic constipation in her baby when starting solids. With warmth and empathy, she explores why constipation has been wrongly normalised in babies, the limitations of laxatives, and what’s really going on in the immature gut.
You’ll learn practical, gut-supportive dietary strategies and hear why a “wait it out” approach can delay healing and increase distress for both babies and parents. This episode empowers you with clear, gentle steps to begin supporting your baby’s gut health from the inside out — without fear or overwhelm.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
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Why constipation often begins when solids are introduced
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The risks of normalising constipation and long-term laxative use
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How immature gut motility and peristalsis contribute to constipation
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The role of microbiome diversity and food variety in supporting regular poos
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Gentle dietary tips: the best fruits, fats and feeding practices
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When to look deeper: signs there may be a root cause that needs investigation
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Why your baby’s poo story is not your fault — and you’re not alone
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