"Oh dear -- for the second time in one week, two different moms have been  
told to give their babies Karo syrup for babies who are not pooping."


although the concern of botulism with babies is mainly honey, the concern can also be with giving syrup products. Of course a symptom of botulism in infants is not passing stool !
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/infant-botulism/HQ00854

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Mirine R. Dye, B.S , CLE
Mothers in Paradise, Childbirth and Lactation Education Service
134 Harbor Drive
Tavernier, Florida Keys  33070

Mothers in Paradise- Education, Mom Services, Products, Training
www.keysmama.org

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