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Do you have a sore tummy?

Does pooing feel sore?

Is your poo hard or lumpy?

Is your poo runny?

Are you pooing less than usual?

It could be constipation. Tell someone you trust.

What is constipation?

Constipation is when you find it hard to poo or poo less often than usual.

If you are constipated, you need to get help to make sure you don’t get ill.

What to do

If you have any of the signs, tell someone you trust.

This could be someone in your family, or a carer.

They will arrange for you to get the help you need.

Things that can help

You can help to keep your poo healthy by:

• Eating a balance of different foods. This should include fruit and vegetables
• Drinking plenty of water.
• Doing something active every day, like going for a walk or dancing.