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Q: I have been taking a daily stool softener to help my constipation. Is there some other over-the-counter product I can use safely? A: Stool softeners such as docusate are safe.

Courtesy of the University of Virginia Health System. Constipation can be tough to manage no matter what your age. But for children-- especially those who are not yet verbal-- identifying and treating gastrointestinal issues takes time and may require physician intervention to get things moving again.