To encourage a toddler to poop ensure they are getting enough fiber intake such as through apples, applesauce, pears, prunes, bananas, broccoli, peas and whole grains.
The fiber helps to add bulk to your toddlers poop and promotes regular bowel movements.
Ensure your toddler is also drinking plenty of water, milk, juice or even prune juice or apple juice and make the potty time a fun and relaxed time.
Use a comfortable potty chair or toilet seat for your toddler and take your toddler to the potty at regular intervals, like after meals, before naps and before bed.
Consistency in the potty routine also helps your toddler develop bowel movement habit.
And reward your toddler when they poop on the potty and include stickers, praise or even a special treat.
If you ensure your toddler is getting enough fiber in their diet the toddler will eventually need to poop.
You can also give your toddler some stool softeners that can help the toddler poop easier.
Playing songs, reading books and engaging in other activities that your toddler loves can make your toddler feel at ease when pooping on the toilet.
Type 6 poop for toddlers is poop that has a soft and mushy consistency, resembles porridge or gravy and the type 6 poop in toddlers may have ragged edges or fluffy pieces.
Causes of type 6 poop in toddlers are diarrhea, gastrointestinal infections such as norovirus or rotavirus, food allergies or intolerance's and lactose intolerance.
Type 6 poop in toddlers that happens occasionally is usually not a cause for any concern.
Although if the type 6 poop in your toddler is persistent or frequent it could indicate an electrolyte imbalance, dehydration or even an underlying health issue like inflammatory bowel disease.
To manage the type 6 poop in toddlers ensure the toddler is getting enough fluid and staying hydrated by ensuring the toddler drinks plenty of water, clear broth, milk or natural juices.
Avoid giving your toddler any sugary foods or sugary drinks which can worsen the diarrhea.
And monitor your toddler for any possible signs of dehydration, like decreased urination, dry mouth, sunken eyes, not enough wet diapers etc.
And if the diarrhea in your toddler lasts longer than 24 hours or gets worse the toddler should see a doctor to be safe.
Type 6 poop in toddlers is also known as loose stools or diarrhea and is from the Bristol Stool Form Scale.