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

Baby & Toddler Sleep Consultant + Potty Training Coach on Instagram: "If your toddler is still hiding behind the couch to poop, it’s not cute anymore… it’s a sign they need help. 😬💩 And before you spiral—no, this isn’t because you “started potty training too late” or because they’re being “defiant.” Most of the time, poop hiding is a toddler waving a big ol’ flag that says: “This feels scary, uncomfortable, or too overwhelming… so I’m doing it in secret.” But good news: with the right support,

Your 💩 is a window to understanding the rest of your body. Gut health encompasses far more than just digestion—though that’s a core function, involving the efficient breakdown of food, absorption of nutrients, and elimination of waste to maintain energy and prevent issues like bloating or constipation. Beyond this, a balanced gut microbiome influences nearly every aspect of well-being: it houses about 70% of the immune system, helping fend off infections and reduce chronic inflammation; it play