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Does the #SquattyPotty really work? The truth is that it’s not the specific “Squatty Potty” step-stool that helps, it’s being in a squatting position that helps (i.e. any step-stool that helps your child be in a squatting position while having…

Constipation, Food Allergies, Nutrition, Top 10

Constipation, Food Allergies, Nutrition, Top 10February 24, 2020January 24, 2021byRoyNattivMD

5 Most Common Causes of Constipation in Kids Ages 2+

Inadequate Hydration – Aside from losing fluids by using the bathroom, most children are very active and sweat quite a bit. These “insensible losses” force the colon to draw out more water from digested food leading to incredibly hard poops!…

Constipation, Diarrhea

Constipation, DiarrheaMarch 3, 2016July 22, 2020byRoyNattivMD

Know Thy Poop

The Bristol Stool Chart is a great way to get an idea of how well your colon is working (or not working). Type 1-2, likely constipated. Type 3-4, ideal consistency. Type 7 is diarrhea. A stool log including frequency, Bristol…

Category: Constipation

Poop smarter (not harder): Does the Squatty Potty really work?

5 Most Common Causes of Constipation in Kids Ages 2+

Know Thy Poop