"Stool toileting refusal" is quite common—here's how you can get past it. Rachel Fairbank is a freelance science writer based in Texas. When she is not writing, she can be found spending time with her ...

Constipation in children can be caused by a range of problems including the use of certain medications, poor health or a lack of proper nutrition. A teenager who freezes when confronted with using the ...

No one wants to see their child sick, even if it’s just temporary. For example, the occasional upset stomach or diarrhea is expected if your child is home with stomach flu or eats something that doesn ...

Constipation in a toddler can be caused by: If your toddler is constipated, it will likely be painful for them to have a poo. This pain means that they might hold back even more and a vicious circle ...

Laxatives are a group of medications designed to relieve constipation, so that hard stools are easier to pass. Laxatives are available in oral and rectal forms. Oral medications may be pills or a ...

One of the hurdles any new parent might face is baby constipation, but what should you do if you suspect your newborn is constipated? Dr. Jane Sneed, a pediatrician at The Children’s Clinic in ...