Help! My Baby Isn’t Pooping

3 Natural Tips for Baby Constipation Relief (Plus a Feeder Recipe That Works)

Is Your Baby Struggling to Poop?

If your baby hasn’t pooped in a while, you’re not alone. “Baby not pooping” is one of the most common searches new parents make and for good reason! Constipation in babies under 1 year can be frustrating and stressful. But don’t worry: gentle, natural remedies can help ease discomfort and get your baby’s digestive system back on track.

👶 3 Easy Ways to Help a Constipated Baby Under 1 Year Old

Whether your little one is breastfed, formula-fed, or starting solids, here are three tried-and-true baby constipation relief tips:

1. Try Water or a Bit of Natural Juice

For babies over 1 month old, a small amount of water or 100% fruit juice can help soften stools. Apple, pear, or prune juice (just 1–2 oz per day) contains sorbitol, a natural laxative.

2. Baby Tummy Massage + Bicycle Legs

Gently massaging your baby’s tummy in circular motions and moving their legs like a bicycle can help stimulate digestion and relieve trapped gas. These are simple, effective home remedies for baby constipation that work for babies of all ages.

3. Offer Fiber-Rich Baby Foods (for 6 Months+)

Once your baby is eating solids, pureed prunes, pears, peaches, peas, or oatmeal can increase fiber intake and help move things along. Soft foods rich in fiber are essential for constipation relief in babies starting solids.

✨ Use the Moss & Fawn Feeder for Constipation-Friendly Frozen Snacks

Got a baby who’s teething and constipated? Meet your multitasking hero: the Moss & Fawn Forage Feeder. This silicone baby food feeder is a gentle way to introduce new flavors, provide fiber-rich frozen snacks, and relieve sore gums—all at once.

🍐 Constipation-Relief Frozen Feeder Recipes

1. Frozen Prune + Pear Purée

A natural baby constipation remedy packed with fiber and sorbitol.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe pear

• 3–4 pitted prunes (soaked and blended)

Freeze in the Moss & Fawn Ice Tray and pop into the Feeder for a soothing, effective treat.

2. Apple Juice & Oatmeal Pops

Softens stools and supports digestion while soothing teething pain.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp cooked oats

• 2 tbsp 100% apple juice

• Dash of cinnamon (optional)

Blend and freeze. Your baby gets a frozen teething treat for constipation that’s tasty and functional.

💩 When to Call the Pediatrician

Seek medical advice if your baby:

• Hasn’t pooped in over 3 days

• Seems uncomfortable or in pain

• Has a swollen tummy, vomiting, or blood in the stool

🛒 Ready to Try It?

The Moss & Fawn's Little Explorer Kit is the perfect constipation-friendly feeding solution for little ones starting solids. Designed for self-feeding, soothing, and safe snacking, it turns healthy food into relief—and fun.

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Tag us @mossandfawn if you try one of these constipation-relief recipes at home!