My 2 year old (since she was an infant) hates to go poop and she'll hold it in as long as possible. But she's miserable when she has to go and she'll cry and whine until she goes. She's not constipated and her doctor said there's nothing much we can do about it. Has this happened with your kid and did they ever grow out of it?
2006-11-05 10:44:07 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
she's not potty trained yet. we're not trying that until she's 2 1/2
2006-11-05 10:49:28 · update #1
There are two different ways you could go with this. It could either be an emotional problem or a physical problem. If it's an emotional issue, try a sticker chart similar to potty training charts. Just let her put a sticker on the chart every time she poops with lots of praise and encouragement. It could be a physical problem though. Has your pediatrician checked for hemmorhoids? My bro had hemmorhoids when he was a baby and it was very painful for him to go. It may also be that she's not withholding, she may not be able to go. Has she had an ultrasound to check to make sure her intestines are formed properly? Also, perhaps her muscles down there are weak. I think that's a medical condition, but I don't know what it's called.
Whether it is emotional or physical, I would seriously consider getting a second opinion from another pediatrician. Your doctor really shouldn't be dismissing your concerns if he/she hasn't looked into things further.
2006-11-08 10:18:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I work with autistic kids and we often run into this. There can be a variety of reasons - including being distraught at the thought of it leaving her body. Try having a "poo party" - including hats, songs, prizes, etc. when she does go - you know, make it really, really fun and positive. You could also write her a little story about how everyone poos on the toilet and when she does she will be very proud and happy. Mostly staying positive about the whole thing is the best idea. And she is only 2. That's a lot of pressure to be going on the toilet all the time... good luck... :)
2006-11-05 18:50:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried getting her some special books to read while on the potty chair. Maybe it will take her mind off of it and it will make it easier. How about a special toy to have just in the bathroom for her to play with when she is going to the bathroom? Maybe she doesn't like to poop in her diaper. It wouldn't hurt to start now.
2006-11-05 18:48:10 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The deliberate withholding of stool is generally caused by an incident of painful stooling. I found a good website you can check out that gives some thorough advice for resolving the issue.
2006-11-05 19:00:56 · answer #4 · answered by Just Me 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It happend to my brother until he was 11 or so, and my neice and she finally stopped at 8.... she did it from that young on but my brother started doing it cause he didn't want to take time to go to the restroom... FIX IT NOW! Here is what I would do.... start giving that girl WHOLE GRAIN FOODS.. Whole grain bread, pasta, rice.... make sure it says whole grain, its different then whole wheat. it does take good, my 20 mo old daughter loves it. it will help her go, and make her stool soft. plus its better for you. If her stool is hard right now and she cries.. i would by a kids fleet enema to help clean her out... start with good foods and maybe start letting her sit on the potty and read a book to relax... i hope i help... hard when i can't ask questions to help you out more... email me if you want.
2006-11-05 18:53:50 · answer #5 · answered by familybugs 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has happen before to my mom with my brother. It's also normal because the are at that age. They do grow out of it. Also what helps is her wanting to go to the bathroom such as rewarding her if she does a good job with something that's her favorite or reading her favorite book while she's going to the bathroom.
2006-11-05 18:52:51 · answer #6 · answered by emily o 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was actually this way when i was a kid. From ages toddler to teenager. I just got out of it a couple yrs ago. Some kids are just like that. Maybe she doesnt like the way it feels coming out
2006-11-05 18:48:27 · answer #7 · answered by Nosugarcoating 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just ride the phase. If the doc says ok, then do all you can to ease her uncomfortable feeling. Today it's poop, tomorrow it'll be boys, then drugs and alcohol.
2006-11-05 18:53:43 · answer #8 · answered by Slappy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
give her just a little bit of castor oil in some orange juice...she won't be able to hold it in..if she was a bit older you could tell her that if she holds it in eventually it will go backwards and come out of your mouth....trust me its not just to scare her or you... its actually happened...i mean thats was for about 3 or four months of holding it in..it can go back up..go into your stomach..and it does poison your system and go through your mouth..a but graphic but serious...but the castor oil will prevent her from being able to hold it in!!! and there is childrens castor oil..it tastes like root beer and itss less harsh!!!
2006-11-05 18:50:25 · answer #9 · answered by gabby' 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if the doctor says she's fine, then she probably is. I think its just her opinion on it. I dont have a kid cause im only 13 but my cousin was afraid of high ceilings (idk why) but now she isn't.
2006-11-05 18:47:36 · answer #10 · answered by =\ 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋