How Do You Parent A Child With Encopresis?
Encopresis is the involuntary passing of stool into underwear after a child has already been toilet trained. It can be very frustrating for both the child and the parent for a child to keep having stool accidents long after most other children have been toilet trained. However, encopresis is a condition that can be managed. Speak to your child’s pediatrician and determine that encopresis is the correct diagnosis for your child. Follow your pediatrician’s recommended treatment. Many doctors recommend a combination of a laxative and regular toilet sitting. Toilet sitting is often most effective shortly after a meal and some parents find that sitting after breakfast and dinner is helpful. Make toilet sitting time fun with a book or game. Stay patient and positive. Your child is not soiling on purpose and is likely as upset by it as you are. Reward good toileting and calmly clean up any accidents without emotion. Talk to your child’s teachers and other caregivers. Make sure that they under
