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Constipation can be painful, stressful, and embarrassing for kids, and, as a parent, while you want to help, you can also feel helpless. Emotionally it is not good for the child and the parent.

Constipation is one of the most common digestive complaints cited by children. Like many other functional disorders, the cause of constipation and the best way to treat constipation is not well understood. Moreover, constipation is further complicated by having a case-by-case root cause. Sometimes a misunderstanding of the cause and the action taken can harm children.

If your child is struggling with constipation, you can take some steps to bring relief to your child.

Hydration, diet, exercise, and perhaps even a warm beverage can help.

Read the full article at Eat Right!

You may also be interested in the Constipation Guide for Children.