Constipation Condition

Nigel has been getting bouts of constipation and every other week has trouble doing his big business. After saying "Nigel got big ek-ek come out", he'll spend hours (literally) either sitting on the potty or on the toilet bowl - he'll be pushing, talking, pushing, singing, pushing, looking around.

Sometimes he just gives up and tries again later - to everyone's frustration and relief also. Typically, he manages to get it out within the next day (or 2).

Mum says he has to drink more water to help his bowels move - but is it too late when he's already sitting on the pot? He already eats lots of fruits, vegetables and drinks lots of water. Maybe he just likes sitting on the throne.