Hello dear Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * There are various reasons for the same constipation , needs thorough clinical work up with history , food pattern , life style , activity levels , basic laboratory and ultrasound examinations for proper diagnosis and management . * Suggestions for better outcome - Check that she is chewing the food thoroughly ( most vital and most neglected among this age group ) - Plenty of liquids with high fiber of green leafy veg , whole grains , cereals pulses , legumes . - Bulk forming laxatives give good results . - Regular walking , exercises , YOGA are vital . - Do not allow her to rest for 3 hrs after meals . - Avoid all dairy fat , excess junk foods , ghee , butter till possible . - Evaluate her once with general surgeon to rule out any other underlying possibility of other motility related disorder . Hope this will help you . Welcome for further guidance . Regards dear take care .