4 yrs old poty training issue

[Sobia15parveen]

Hi , I just want to ask 4 grs old poo type? She is on 2 movicol and 5ml dulcox ..she used to do poo 4 times in a day.plz anyone hv same experience. IS she constipated??

Poo in comment warning ⚠️ sorry for it.

And plz tell about how to potty traing with diapher

[ERIC-Charity Partner]

Hi Sobia,

When you use laxatives, your child should pass a soft and formed poo 1-3 times everyday. See: eric.org.uk/poo-checker

It's good to get the poos sorted FIRST before you give potty training a go

However, there is nothing to stop you from encouraging your child to sit on the potty after meal-times whilst wearing their nappy. Below is a little potty routine taken from our advice sheet for kids with constipation. Try to make each potty time sit 'active' by alternating play activities and exercises:

- Get there at the right time - 20 to 30 minutes after meals and before bed.

- Sit in the right way - feet flat and firmly supported, knees above hips.

- Secure sitting position - they might need a children’s toilet seat if they sit on the loo.

- RELAX to let the poo out. So keep toys, games and books around.

- Laugh/cough/blow to help push down with the tummy muscles.- Massaging the tummy in clockwise circles, and rocking forwards and backwards on the toilet can really help.

- Make it a fun time! Look at ERIC’s Toileting Reward Chart for more ideas to motivate your child.

@ERIC