19 | The Scoop on Poop: Managing Constipation in Kids

Do you work with children struggling with constipation? We've got answers. Join us for a riveting discussion with Emily Dollar, a certified registered nurse anesthetist and family nurse practitioner. Known as the "Enco Expert" on Instagram, Emily brings to the table a wealth of practical advice on tackling constipation in children. I know you're thinking, "Colleen, I already know how to manage constipation." But stay with me, because we're going beyond the typical recommendation of "drink more water, eat more fiber."What you'll learn today:How to know if a child is actually constipated and the various symptoms of constipation. Did you know that a child can poop daily and still be constipated? How bladder accidents, like bed wetting, can actually be related to constipation.Knowing the limits of a physical exam and when to order an x-ray.Dietary solutions and hydration strategies for managing constipation. When to initiate a stool softenerI know you'll find something you can walk away with today that will improve the health of your patients! If you have a colleague or friend who struggles with knowing how to discuss nutrition or weight with their patients, and you think they might benefit from my podcast, I would love if you could share this episode with them. My goal is to help as many clinicians as possible realize that nutrition matters and it is possible to educate our patients toward a healthy lifestyle, despite all the barriers we face.Connect with us on Instagram! ============================= Exam Room Nutrition IG: ➡︎@examroomnutrition Emily IG: ➡︎ @encoexpert Watch videos on YouTube =================https://youtube.com/@examroomnutritionAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.