Long-term constipation can lead to faecal impaction. This is where poo has built up in the last part of the large intestine (rectum).

Bladder and Bowel UK: child information library has a range of booklets and leaflets covering bladder and bowel problems in children.Constipation is common in childhood, particularly when children are being potty trained at around 2 to 3 years old. Symptoms of constipation in children World-renowned excretion expert Hugh Jassburn has compiled a compendium of entertaining activities and informative fun that will make you want to stay put, even if you don’t need to go. Try your hand at word searches and fiendish hidden-picture games, or test yourself with maze puzzles and brain-twisters. You can also enjoy a roll-call of mind-blowing lavatory facts you never knew you needed until now.

Get your child into a routine of regularly sitting on the potty or toilet, after meals or before bed, and praise them whether or not they poo. This is particularly important for potty-trained boys, who may forget about pooing once they are weeing standing up. Make sure your child has plenty to drink – offer breastfed babies who are not eating solids yet plenty of breastfeeds. Formula-fed babies can have extra drinks of water between their formula feeds. This must be cooled boiled water for babies under 6 months. See more advice on drinks for babies and young children. You know that all the great ideas come to your mind when you’re pooping or taking a shower. Source: Saga Music 12. Completely think through the plot of that one book that you’ve always wanted to write If your child is over 1 year old, soiled pants can be another sign of constipation, as runny poo (diarrhoea) may leak out around the hard, constipated poo. This is called overflow soiling. Causes of constipation in children Give your child a variety of foods, including plenty of fruit and vegetables, which are a good source of fibre. See what to feed young children.It may take several months for the treatments to work, but keep trying until they do. Remember that laxative treatment may make your child's overflow soiling worse before it gets better. Ask if they feel worried about using the potty or toilet – some children do not want to poo in certain situations, such as at nursery or school. You may notice a difference within a few days. Sometimes it takes a few weeks before your symptoms improve. Make changes to your diet Speak to the GP before you stop taking any prescribed medicine. Complications of long-term constipation

Think of all the things that you can use against them to defend yourself! Source: MangoBaaz / YouTube 16. At the end, look at your poop and think of your ex Constipation can also be caused by a medical condition such as diverticular disease or bowel cancer, but this is rare. How you can treat and prevent constipation yourself

If you think your child may be constipated, take them to a GP. The treatment for constipation depends on your child's age. If you're caring for someone with dementia or an older person, constipation may be easily missed. Look out for any behaviour changes such as confusion, as it might mean they are in pain or discomfort. What causes constipation