Visit the potty after meals. The brain tells the stomach to get to work pooping shortly after meals (called the gastrocolic reflex). Take advantage of this and have your toddler sit on the potty about ...

Morning constipation can be relieved with yoga, offering a natural alternative to medication. Specific poses like ...

When a child struggles with constipation, it can be a source of frustration and discomfort for the whole family. But a leading pediatric expert offers a clear guide to understanding and treating this ...

Constipation in children is best measured by stool consistency, not frequency, says expert. The doctor stresses diet, ...

When a child struggles with constipation, it can be a source of frustration and discomfort for the whole family. But a ...

Everyone dreads the explosive horrors of diarrhea, but the reverse—trouble pooping—can be just as unpleasant. “Constipation is often the butt of jokes, but for those who live with it, it’s far from ...

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You love to jet set — but you don’t love the way your gut gets upset. It’s quite a bummer to struggle with constipation, traveler’s diarrhea or indigestion while on vacation. Not everyone is a regular ...

Despite their intimidating appearance, tarantulas are surprisingly fragile. In this YouTube video, a veterinarian cares for a tarantula that has become constipated (impacted) and is unable to excrete ...

We’ve all been there. Constipation is a common but uncomfortable problem that affects millions of people. It can range from minor inconvenience to a serious health problem. In the case of serious ...