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Subject: Re: how did moms know you had constaption? Author: JENNY B (HAPPY) [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: Friday, October 23, 2009, 04:44: pm In reply to: Rebecca 's message, "Re: how did moms know you had constaption?" on Thursday, October 15, 2009, 08:42: pm A few weeks ago I noticed my five year old son Tommy had a problem....even though he didn't say it,I recognised that look on his face (I'd seen it before with my two daughters). When I questioned him I soon realised that he was most likely very blocked up inside and the situation definitely called for an enema! He'd never had one before and I could see that he was very scared. I didn't use force....just left the room and asked my eldest girl Tracy (9) to see if she could help. She really was wonderful! She went in put her arm around him and had a little talk (she'd already had 3 previous enemas)....she even agreed to let me give her a small enema right there in front of him, so he could see there was no harm in it. He stood there,wide-eyed, as I lubed her anus and inserted the nozzle. As I started pumping the liquid in, I could see his fear was changing to curiosity (particulary when he saw her on the toilet). When she was finished she smiled at him and said "See Tommy,it's like I told you...the enema won't hurt you...it'll just help you to go." This seemed to have a considerable calming effect on him and he didn't resist when I told him to lie on his side on the bed and pull his legs up. He never cried when I lubed him and inserted the nozzle. Using a mild solution of baby soap and olive oil, I suceeded in getting five squirts into him with my Higginson, before he started to squirm. I immediately withdrew the nozzle and pressed his cheeks tightly together. He was only able to retain it for about 7 minutes (Tracy helped by massaging his tummy)....I could see he was desperate to expell, so I let him go. Although quite a lot came out, I wasn't quite satisfied, so I asked him if he could take some more...he agreed, so I syringed him again, and this time I was really amazed at what came out! Tracy sat there and held his hand the whole time. Sometimes the presence of an older sibling can make all the difference. So far my kids haven't had as many enemas as my sister and I had when we were young, but if there is a real need for it then my syringe will be ready! [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> [> [> Subject: Re: how did moms know you had constaption? Author: Donna [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: Thursday, October 29, 2009, 05:55: pm Hi there Jenny , I have always believed in EWT (enemas without tears). Thats the way it should be and thats the way it is with my kids too. I really think you did the right thing. Enemas can be very helpful, but force must never be used. Sounds like your daughter could make a good nurse or social worker someday. Donna [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

[> [> [> [> Subject: Re: how did moms know you had constaption? Author: Ellen [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: Saturday, October 31, 2009, 03:24: am My mom was not always aware when I was constipated and feeling poorly. When I complained of a tummy ache, then she took action and marched me into the bathroom for an enema that I didn't always want, even though I was in need and would feel better after a good enema. Her enemas were usually quick and to the point, LITERALLY. We lived with my aunt for a few years, until my mom remarried. When I felt constipated, I would usually go to my aunt, without letting my mom know. My aunt understood, and we would quietly go into the bathroom where she would take more care in preparing and giving me the enema and gave them to me in a more loving manner. I knew my mom knew and didn't really care that my aunt gave me enemas. My mom took enemas from her sister and vice-versa. On more than one ocassion I was privy to that co-enema session, and afterwards was the recipient of an enema. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]