Hi all,
My son is nearly 3. He tends to go for a number 2 once a day, sometimes twice. More often than not, immediately after going and for some time after, he complains that his bum hurts. Occasionally it is a tiny bit red but often there is nothing visible to see. He is potty trained. He is reluctant to come off the potty and will sit there forever unless I encourage him to come off after a number 2. It does seem to be sore as I can see him tensing and he does cry. It tends to last I would say up to an hour after going with on and off complaining.
Is this normal?! Is it just the feeling of going? I have absolutely no idea what is "normal" in terms of quantity or consistency (isn't this a lovely topic!) I do feel they are quite big when he goes. Never ever solid what I would class as an "adult" one. Always sort of a Mr Whippy consistency. Sometimes softer. Again, is this normal? He goes on his own and never struggles to go.
I'm now wondering if he could be intolerant to a certain food. How on Earth can I work that one out?
Any advice greatly appreciated!
Thanks :)