Inspite of the restroom being very clean, well lit, he hates to answer his second call of nature. It is NOT constipation. When he is getting it, he has his own innovative ways to stop it. Only when it is unstoppable, he rushes to the loo. There is NO joking here. Therefore, would sincerely appreciate your valuable tips to solve this issue.
2006-07-29 18:12:56 · 7 answers · asked by Gemini 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Perhaps you could leave one of his favourite books in the bathroom so that it gives him an incentive to sit in there. Also it may help to spend more time in the bathroom instead of rushing at the last minute.
What is his biggest fear of the bathroom? Try talking to him about it, maybe he is afraid of going down the toilet drain? It may sound stupid, but kids can be afraid of different things. If this is the case, then encourage him to put the lid down before flushing, so there is no chance that will happen to him. (Humor him gently)
Another thing could be that perhaps he thinks he is going to miss out on something fun while he is in the bathroom, or that you might leave him behind and go somewhere if he 'takes too long'.
You know, you're in a hurry before a long trip 'Hurry up and go to the Loo or we're going to be late' that sort of thing.
Over praise him when he does go to the toilet. You don't need to do it with prizes or candy, just show how happy you are that he is doing it on his own, without having any mishaps.
Singing 'encouraging' songs to your child while in the bathroom helps too. I guess you have picked up on when he looks uncomfortable and needs to go to the toilet, so focus on trying to get him there, with fun actions, and promising to read him his favourite story when he is in there.
I hope you figure something out, sorry if none of this is any help.
Good luck!
2006-07-29 18:26:17 · answer #1 · answered by kara_nari 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am not a parent, and I don't recall what my parents did, but what i have seen is too things:
1) Be stern and direct with the boy. Let him know he HAS to use the bathroom to make poo. You have to ask him all the time, "Do you need to go poo? Yes? Well, you better go, now! C'mon, let's go! Atta boy! Let me know when you're all done, ok?"
Keep him company while he goes, and keep him smiling, that way he doesn't see pooping as a negative experience.
2) I think the Ramones said it best when they said, "Beat on the brat." If he craps his pants, you have to let him know its bad. Ok, maybe you don't have to hit him, but he has to learn that he needs to use the bathroom! He needs reinforcement, both positive and negative. That's how people learn. If he takes a dump correctly, then tell him he did a good job and show him how happy you are and do something nice for him. Soon, he'll be bragging about going poo just to get the attention! "Look Mommy! I went to the bathroom!"
2006-07-30 01:22:46 · answer #2 · answered by bornslippyboy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bribe him. That is the only thing that is working with my daughter. She acted as though she could CARE LESS about pooing in the potty. I tried everything out of desparation, and finally, when she did go poo in the potty, I gave her a handfull of fruit snacks. Now, I can't get her off of the thing. Good Luck!!!
2006-07-30 01:16:32 · answer #3 · answered by The Nag 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try rewarding a good job with something that you wouldn't usually give him. Some sort of prize.
2006-07-30 01:16:44 · answer #4 · answered by Jaime L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my son had that problem when he was 3. i used to give him a book to read and it would help him out. good luck
2006-07-30 01:18:18 · answer #5 · answered by RocKsTaR 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you should consult your pediatrician - my nephew had similar issues - turns out he had a problem and needed surgery
2006-07-30 01:15:52 · answer #6 · answered by Shopaholic Chick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be stomach cramps
2006-07-30 01:27:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋