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11 Things Desperate Malaysian Parents Do When Their Kids Can't Poop

"It's been 5 days!" *Panic mode ON*

Published for DUMEX MAMIL, 08 May 2017, 06:03 PM

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If you're a parent, your kid's poop is probably the centre of your universe ^_^

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Image via Netizen Buzz

So what happens when the little one won't go? Or if your child is struggling and in pain? Omg. Hard stools are the worst! Especially when they're few and far between.

Here are 11 things you've probably done to make your kid poop:

1. Ask the grandparents

Usually doesn't end well... :/

2. Ask the doctor

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Image via Amino Apps

3. Change the milk formula

4. Get them to drink more water

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Image via US Japan Fam

5. Get them to drink prune juice or smoothies

6. Sing encouragement

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Image via Ashlyn Thia

7. "Push" together and make that "uhm uhmmmm..." sound

8. Make them run around or exercise!

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Image via Giphy

9. Lots of tummy rubs and massaging

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Image via Familife

10. Make your child eat more, even if they don't want to...

11. Use toys and puppets and anything you can think of!

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Image via Gimme Bar

Toilet-time Elmo FTW!

Isn't it funny that before you become a parent, poop is just some gross thing that happens. But once you have children, it not only becomes the centre of your universe, you actually get super excited and happy when your kid poops?! ^_^

Has your child had trouble pooping before? Share your experience in the comments section below!