Child Continence: Constipation
An overview of constipation in children, and how you can help them overcome it. This course is free for Continence NZ members.
Welcome
Meet Lisa Smith
Constipation in NZ
Video: Constipation
The C's of Constipation
What Causes Childhood Constipation?
Brain-Gut Axis
Quiz: Causes of Constipation
What Is Normal?
What Does a Healthy Poo Look Like?
Healthy Poo Chart
Quiz: Healthy Poo
Kids Are Clever
Things to Look out For
Signs and Symptoms of Constipation
Handy Tip: The Sweetcorn Test
Quiz: Signs of Constipation
The Impacts of Constipation
Soiling Is Not the Child’s Fault
The Floppy Bowel of Chronic Constipation
Quiz: Soiling Accidents
Management of Chronic Constipation: Lisa Smith's Four E's
Step 1: Evacuation
Step 2: Elimination
Step 3: Establish a Healthy Lifestyle
Step 4: Educate and Empower
Case Study: Constipation
Need More Support?
Resources Section
Downloadable Resource: Healthy Poo Chart
Downloadable Resource: How to Sit on the Toilet
Downloadable Resource: The Bs of Bowels
Downloadable Resource: Yoga Poses
Video Resource: Poo Hoo
Video Resources: Continence Videos for Young Children