How to Give an Enema to a Child

Kids will be kids, and most often will choose play time over going to the bathroom. Therefore, many children deal with constipation. Constipation can be treated in various ways, and mini-enemas are one of them. Are you thinking about giving your child a mini-enema, but aren’t sure about the appropriate procedure to follow? If so, do not be worried as the steps to how to give a DocuSol® Kids mini-enema to a child is quite simple and may provide relief for children within 2-15 minutes.

How to Give a DocuSol® Kids Mini-Enema to a Child

Here are some tricks you can utilize to give your child (ages 2-12, consult a doctor before using for children under 2 years of age) a mini-enema at home:

  1. Remove and Lubricate the Tip

Your child is probably feeling very uncomfortable as is due to their constipation. Therefore, you should make sure that your child feels at ease and will not become even more uncomfortable when they are getting a mini-enema. To make the insertion feel more comfortable for your child, twist the tip of the mini-enema off and place a few drops of the lubricant onto the shaft before inserting it. Also apply some lubricant to your child’s anus before insertion.

  1. Positioning Your Child  

Before you give the mini-enema to your child, ask him or her to lie down on their left side with their knees bent. This positioning will provide the best results.

Some alternate positions include administering the process while your child is seated on the toilet or having them kneel while their head and chest are leaning forward, to rest the side of their face on a surface.

  1. Insertion and Removal

Take the mini-enema tube and gently insert it into your child’s anus. Make sure to maintain steady pressure and to gently insert the tube to prevent causing damage to the rectal wall. You should know when to stop inserting the tube once it reaches the shoulder of the tube. Make sure you squeeze the tube to empty out all the contents and continue squeezing until the tube is removed from the rectum.

  1. Discarding the Tube  

Discard the tube once you have removed it from your child’s anus. It is okay if there is still a small amount of liquid remaining in the tube.

  1. The Waiting Game

Although most enemas typically take about 30 minutes to an hour to work and for you to see results, the DocuSol® Kids mini-enema generally produces bowel movement within 2 to 15 minutes.

Safety Measures

The insertion tip should never be forced into the child’s anus.

Bottom Line

Constipation is common among children, and there are many remedies available. Mini-enemas such as the DocuSol® Kids mini-enema are a popular choice amongst parents because they’re able to deliver results quickly. When you are looking to give a DocuSol® Kids mini-enema to your child, ensure that you utilize the instructions provided on your kit’s box for proper administration. In case of any concerns, issues, or questions, consult your doctor immediately.

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