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Can we give him something other than prunes to help make it easier or even soften his stool?

Yes, there are other options besides prunes to help make bowel movements easier or soften stools. One option is to limit milk intake to 600ml per day, offer water between meals, give foods high in fiber, and encourage movement. You can also consider using a laxative like Lax a Day, with the usual dose being 1g per kg of your child's weight. For example, if your child weighs 5 kg, you would give them 5g of Lax a Day powder diluted in a glass of water or milk.