You should arrange to see your G.P. or Health Visitor if: 

• your child is pooing a lot
• they have blood or mucus in their poo
• they are not growing well
• they are losing weight fairly rapidly or are often unwell.

There are things you can do to help if you are worried about poo:

• See your Health Visitor for advice on allergies
• Diet changes may help, e.g. reduce the amount of fibre as children under 5 don't need as much as adults do.
• Adjust drink intakes and ensure your child has less sugary drinks and more water.
• A regular eating pattern and a good balanced diet is important.
• Encourage your child to go to the toilet regularly to avoid soiling.
• Teething can cause your child to pick up bacteria which can cause problems going to the toilet. This is a stage they have to go through but it will pass.

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