How to Tell If Your Poop is Normal

6 reasons you should care about your poop health. Are your eating and lifestyle habits really working? Just ask your poo.

Poop Shape, Color and Smell: What’s Healthy and What’s Not

Doctors don't always talk about it, but your poop can reveal a lot about your health! 💩 The shape says more than blood tests sometimes. A healthy poop should be out in under 10 minutes; longer may mean constipation. Smelly poop isn't normal and often signals bad gut bacteria. Mucus indicates irritated intestines. Pooping right after eating? It's just your gastrocolic reflex, not necessarily the food. Floating poop may mean you're not absorbing fats properly. Stress can instantly change shape, c

Toddler Experts on Instagram: "One day your toddler is pooping on a predictable schedule… and the moment you start potty training? BOOM: They don’t poop for two days. If this is you, you’re NOT alone. Poop struggles are extremely common in the early stages. Here’s what helps: ✨ Model pooping so they can see what’s supposed to happen ✨ Talk positively about poop so it feels safe, not shameful ✨ Take pressure off with phrases like “let it slide out” instead of “push” Stay calm, keep going, and tru