Nutrition Recommendations following Colostomy Closure
The goal of nutrition following colostomy closure is to limit/avoid the foods that may cause constipation. Foods high in insoluble fiber and foods that have a laxative effect to help promote bowel movements are recommended. Note if your child is under the age of 12 months and is breast fed keep in mind that once foods are introduced the consistency and frequency of stool will change and breast milk will no longer have its laxative effect. It is important to offer well balanced meals by offering a meat, carbohydrate and either fruit or vegetable at all meals.
Baby foods to Include to help avoid constipation: Stage I-II
(~4-8months of age)
- Baby oatmeal
- Peas
- Baby prunes
- Spinach
- Mixed grain cereal
- Mixed vegetable
- Pears
- Carrots
- Green beans
- Prunes with pears
- Blueberries
- Baby prune juice
- Apple juice
- Pears and raspberry combo
- Sweet Potatoes
Foods to introduce at ~8-10months of age
Note foods should be soft in texture and cut into small pieces
- Anything from the list above
- Canned pears
- Fresh strawberries, watermelon, honeydew melon, peeled grapes, and kiwi
- Whole wheat waffles
- Whole wheat bread or toast
- Whole wheat pita
- Whole wheat macaroni and cheese or pasta
- Steamed broccoli, green beans, cauliflower, green beans, peas, avocados
- Whole wheat veggie pizza
- Graham cracker sticks or crackers
Foods to introduce from 10 months on
- Anything from lists above
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Foods to avoid from 4months on:
