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Feynman? replied to ruth's discussion 'Friends with Benefits and Gender Politics'

yes. they do... it's terrifying...

20 hours ago

Annaevilred replied to Andromeda's discussion 'I'm to blame for EVERYTHING.'

My youngest has the a very similar diagnosis and was a holy terror that I really thought about mailing very far away from me several times a week until we figured out the correct medication program.Â Â Therapy for the child is vital,â€¦

Tuesday

Zealflyer replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

Flax seed! Can be put in oatmeal or other cereals, in baking, etc. and flax meal can be added to smoothies. Worked for me with both a my pregnancies (because, for some reason, my insides turn to cement when I'm making life).

Tuesday

mcglory13 replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

Could be IBS. In which case laxatives of any kind would be a really bad idea. In addition, more fiber and/or water wouldn't be a bad idea, but would probably not be helpful. If it's been going on for years, has he gone to see aâ€¦

Monday

TommysMommy replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

What they said. He may have to clean out what is stuck there before things return to where they should be. Yeah, more discussions about poop than I ever thought I would have in my life.

Monday

mightyninjamom replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

Yep, the water is important. He can try abdominal massage to help increase his peristalsis. If you look down at your belly, and pretend your navel is the center of a clock face, you rub in a clockwise direction. My sister ends up with tummy troubleâ€¦

Monday

ruth replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

Oh and MAJOR water increase, whether using the miralax or not. All that fiber will actually make constipation worse if he's not drinking a ton of water.

Monday

ruth replied to Joe Mama's discussion 'Let 'er blow!'

How long has he been on the better diet? Â It's possible that he's so blocked up he can't go even with dietary improvements. My doctor said that Miralax (available OTC) is not habit forming and can be used consistently for a weekâ€¦

Monday

Let 'er blow!

#1 son has been having trouble with constipation for years and as finally decided to acknowledge that his diet might be have something to do with it. He's significantly increased his fiber and is eating more fruits and veggies in general. He has used laxatives a couple of times, but I told him I won't buy him more until he has explored all the natural options AND talked to a doctor.Â So, Hive Mind - any recommendations?See More

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wookie replied to Andromeda's discussion 'I'm to blame for EVERYTHING.'

It's not your fault. Â It really really isn't. Â It's not even his fault. Â It just sucks. Therapy might not give you more patience, but it will give you and your spouse different tools to deal with those challengingâ€¦

Feb 10

Andromeda replied to Andromeda's discussion 'I'm to blame for EVERYTHING.'

Thanks everyone. yes. therapy. We should go. I know it's not my fault, but that doesn't stop me from feeling like I perpetuate the situation sometimes. Patience has never been a virtue of mine.

Feb 10

The Oracle replied to Andromeda's discussion 'I'm to blame for EVERYTHING.'

Therapy therapy therapy therapy. Preferably family therapy so everyone can be on board. And lots of self-compassion. ODD is not easy. ADHD is not easy. Combined with other issues you mentioned, I can imagine you're at the end of your rope. Youâ€¦

Feb 10

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