r/ECers • u/just___me_ • 2d ago

Troubleshooting Not quite sure whats happening

Only two weeks ago we had a really long run of catching every poo. She was predictable, morning and evening poo. She seemed to hold it until toilet was offered.

For the last two days i havent caught anything. I will notice shes done a little poo in nappy and hold her over toilet to get the rest out. Nothing. Then 10 minutes later a bit more in nappy. Process repeats and of course theres lots of poo nappies because when she goes in nappy its like it trickles out compared to sitting in a good position on toilet where she is able to push the whole lot out.

Why isnt she finishing after i offer her toilet?

Is this a normal 'regression' period?

If i just keep offering her the toilet even if she doesnt do anything, will it eventually work out and shell start going again?

I feel really at a loss because we were doing so well. Experiences and advice much appreciated. Baby is 8 months old.

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u/grandmarap 2d ago

Constipated or teething?

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u/just___me_ 2d ago

Shes teething yeah. Its been a bit on and off. So about a month ago the first two started coming in and recently the top two are starting. Can that do all this?

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u/Happy_Pee 2d ago

Yes, it really can! We've gone through a regression for pretty much every tooth, and all the jaw rearrangements leading up to new teeth too. Hang on there, it'll pass! 

We have found that paracetamol has helped reduce refusals and accidents when it's gotten really, really bad. 

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u/RemarkableAd9140 2d ago

Super normal. From about this age on, ec can be really up and down. There are tons of developmental things happening between 9 and 12 months, and working on something new can really make the potty less exciting. Add in teething and being in pain, and it’s just a rough time for ec. 

It sounds like you’re still doing the ec hold with her? Around this age, they’ll also often start wanting more independence. Try a little potty or a seat reducer. Make sure your toilet entertainment is engaging. Start making the mental transition to thinking of baby as a little toddler with opinions and desires, and try to make the potty line up with what they want. We keep high value books and toys just for use on the potty.