Moxie Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Sorry, this is gross. For about a week, she has been crying and saying "bad poopies". She has been pooping a bit and it is super stinky. I think she may be constipated?? Can we just give her Miralax or do we need a doctor to sign off on it?? Any other ideas?? We've cut out dairy, upped her water and tried to add more fiber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I wouldn't give a toddler miralax unless it was my absolutely last resort, and maybe not even then. What about prune juice popcicles first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carriede Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 When DD was a young 2 yo, doc told us to give her 1 tsp of miralax, as opposed to the Tbsp adult dosage. Doc said do it once, then again 6+ hours later if it didn't help. But DD went within 30 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Yes, absolutely, many many many young children take Miralax to relieve constipation. You can ask your pediatrician if you're not sure, but a small dose Miralax is the standard suggestion for occasional constipation in young children. The ingredients are not absorbed, they go straight through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Real grape juice can work wonders. Apple juice for some kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Wouldn't go to the big guns just yet. Can you grate a raw beet and mix it with some mayo? Also apple juice (raw and unfiltered) may do the trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenneinCA Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 If you are asking if it is safe, then yes. Miralax is safe for little kids. If you are asking if you should give it to your child without checking with a doctor first, then I wouldn't do it. There are many reasons for little kids to have trouble with pooping. I would want a doctor to first determine that constipation was the problem and then give miralax as a solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebbyribs Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Our ped suggested it for one of our kids, who was 1yo at the time. We gave about 1/4 of the adult dosage for several days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerileanne99 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 You can, but getting the dosage just right can be a bit of a problem. Our pediatrician had us first try Fleet PediaLax tablets and juice. They were so much kinder on her system, and they are flavored tablets... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Prune juice and baby food prunes worked wonders here. As a bonus, I was able to get my son to think that they were a treat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedmom4 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 My older ds needed Miralax from the time he was a toddler. It helped him so much. We were doing weekly enemas but Miralax relieved his constipation. Our pediatrician recommended it. Ds has cerebral palsy and he wasn't able to eat enough fruits and vegetables to regulate his bowel movements. Now ds has no problems and we haven't had to use Miralax in a very long time! Elise in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okra Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I think it is safe, but I also would ask the Dr., or at least call in and ask a nurse. I think the dosage can be tricky. By the way, there are individually wrapped prunes that are really fun to open and eat for toddlers. They were a big hit at our house, and I happily payed just a bit more for the individually wrapped ones just because kids would eat them. Also, my toddlers actually really liked the Honey and Oats Fiber One. Just so, when she does become unconstipated, these things might help prevent future problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I believe it's perfectly safe but I would try other things first. My kids like prunes and raisins and you could try apple, grape, and prune juice. Eta - my sister got this recipe from a group that she follows for people with bone cancer (her mil). It's equal parts - orange, prune, and apple juice. She said it works really well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiMi 4under3 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I mixed plain mineral oil with orange juice for dd when she was a toddler. I started with 1 Tbsp in a cup of juice and kept increasing the oil until things were moving along just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyR Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Miralax worked for my son after we tried EVERYTHING else, even laxatives and enemas. My son was in so much pain and our pediatrician talked about bringing him in for the manual removal of the impacted feces. He told us to try Miralax as a last resort and it worked! I think my son was around 3 years old at the time. The doctor gave us the exact dosage to use. We had to continue to use it for a few weeks after that just to heal everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostSurprise Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 That sounds more like the poop burns? Or is it hard for her to go? If she isn't clearly constipated (she is pooping somewhat) and you can afford it, make an appointment. Too many things could make pooping hurt. If she can't poop at all, it may be easier to give her a suppository. You don't actually have to get up in there...just at the entrance. It's not as scary as it sounds. It's not an enema. The glycerin helps the poop come out if it's a bit impacted in there. When it's impacted Miralax can take a large dose to work, and it's really rough on the GI system. After you loose the impacted stools, small doses of Miralax, extra water and fiber may have a better chance of keeping her regular, but a suppository can make it a bit easier getting started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaceful Isle Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Yes, my friend gives it to her toddler in her sippy cup. (dr recommended) Without it, she is totally constipated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phathui5 Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 What is the texture of her stool like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwik Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Yes, my friend gives it to her toddler in her sippy cup. (dr recommended) Without it, she is totally constipated. I would be reluctant to use it without medical advise unless it is a new issue and you think it is one one off. That said I have occasionally given my younger the lactolose my oldest wouldn't take but only about a quarter of the dose and he was 3 or 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 I know several people whose children have developed dependency and weaning them off miralax wasn't exactly easy. Just something to keep in mind. Miralax in a sippy cup because a toddler can't go without it is actually more of a problem that one might think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 I wouldn't hesitate to give some Miralax to a toddler who is having a one-time issue. If constipation continues to be a problem, then of course consult her doctor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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