Brief Answer:
Not likely to be a cause of worry

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I understand your concern. But let me mention that the constipation that you are observing, is nothing unusual for this age. I assume that alongside semisolids from six months of age, the baby had been on breastmilk upto one year of age and has eventually been put on solids with or without formula milk. Babies often become constipated when they start solids, as their bodies learn how to manage new foods. If you are giving cow-milk based formula, it could reduce the bowel movements and cause constipation. Other formulas that contain partially or completely hydrolyzed milk proteins (sometimes known as 'hypoallergenic' formulas) might be helpful. Children are at risk for constipation during toilet training and that could also be a major contributor.

Most children with constipation do not have an underlying medical problem causing their symptoms. Constipation generally resolves with changes in diet, behavior, or sometimes with medicines like lactulose.
Since you say that adequate fluids and fibre rich diet are already been given, I am not mentioning that separately. A fibre supplement may be recommended for some children. Certain fruit juices like prune, apple, or pear juice can be given to treat constipation(other juices are not as helpful). Dark corn syrup has been a folk remedy for constipation for hundreds of years. Dark corn syrup contains complex sugar proteins that keep water in the bowel movement. If your infant has started eating solid foods, you can substitute barley cereal for rice cereal.
Please note that a child may delay moving their bowels if they do not have a place where they feel comfortable having a bowel movement, or if they are busy and ignore the need to use the toilet. When the child does have a bowel movement, it can be painful and lead them to withhold (avoid going) in an effort to avoid more pain.
On occasion, a child may develop a tear in the anus (called an anal fissure) after passing a large or hard bowel movement. The pain from the tear can lead to withholding. Even infants can learn to withhold because of pain. In addition, be sure the child has foot support (eg, a stool), especially while using an adult-sized toilet. Foot support is important because it provides a place for the child to push against as he or she bears down to move their bowels.
Occasionally, constipation can be a symptom of a food allergy and avoiding wheat based and lactose based food might help (Some children develop constipation because they are unable to tolerate the protein in cow milk.) Yogurt/curd can be given however.

Hope that my answer would be helpful for you. I am happy to help any time.

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Detailed Answer:
Let me try to answer the questions one by one.
1. Similar Alimentum and Enfamil from Nutramigen are two popular hypoallergenic formula.
2. Boiled shelled corn would do. The logic lies IB the fibre content of corn.
3. Suppositories and enemas would be useful whenever applicable.
4. Barley like corn has high fibre content. It is generally given in boiled form but any preparation would do.
5. Duphalac and livoluk are two common lactulose syrups. Brand names may vary with the place of your residence. Isabgol and senna are common fibre supplements.
6. Water intake is reasonable but can be increased a bit more. No definite cutoffs.

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Brief Answer:
Try other alternatives

Detailed Answer:
Since the digestive system of children are not fully developed, adjusting to new foods takes time and such problems may result. Moreover, Roti's are hard to digest and constipation on Roti's is not uncommon. Problems unlikely with XXXXXXX You can experiment a bit and see what suits your child best. And stay relaxed.

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