Although textbooks state constipation is less than 3 bowel movements every week, I was taught as a nutritionist that less than 1 bowel movement a day actually means you are constipated.  

Normal transit time for food to be eaten to pooped out is between 17 and 24 hours.  Longer than 24 hours and it means the body is storing and possibly circulating toxins throughout the body.

Signs of constipation include:

- bowel movements less than every 24 hours

- straining when trying to poop

- the time between bowel movements is more than 24 hours

- tummy aches

- large hard stools

- stools that contain "poop balls" even if  stuck together

Basically, if a bowel movement isn't happening at least once every 24 hours then it is likely that you are constipated.  

Most of the time there is no easy way to resolve constipation. Constipation is a complex issue.  

This program is for those parents who 

- want to learn how to help their child of any age painlessly poop every day

- want to get to the bottom of the matter and treat the underlying cause to hopefully put an end to their child's constipation

- understand that there are no quick fixes to constipation AND that relieving constipation takes time and effort

- will follow the program and take the necessary steps to implement what they are learning

- want to create a holistic treatment plan without the use of medication and laxatives 

- are willing to make changes to their child's and family's eating habits

- are willing to use recommended supplements to help their child

This program is NOT for parents who

- refuse to stop the use of laxatives or medications

- are looking for a fast-track solution to resolve their child's constipation

- want to give up once their child is pooping every day

- don't have the time or energy into making changes recommended to help their child.

Please note that if your child has complex health issues this program won't address those.  You would likely be better served by signing up for the CRaP4Kids Intensive. 

The program includes 10 weeks of group coaching via zoom, handouts, recipes, supplement recommendations, Q&A sessions, a private community, help interpreting gut test results - all to help you help your child overcome constipation.  

What is NOT included in this program fee:

Food

Supplements

any sort of gut testing 

One-to-one coaching or advice and guidance and support, unless a "hot-seat" opportunity is offered during a group coaching session.  (When signing up and paying for this program you will have an opportunity to book a 30-minute or 60-minute one-to-one call at a discounted rate at that time.  These calls are helpful if you'd like some specific help interpreting test results and/or guidance on how best to help your child.)

Given that this program is only 10 weeks long, gut testing is highly recommended, as it helps to pinpoint what issues may be existing internally.  

During the later weeks of this program, you will learn what the different test results mean and how to apply that information when creating a treatment plan for your child. 

This program will go over test results from a comprehensive stool test and the Organic Acids Test. The price of each test is usually between $200-$375 USD.  For this program both tests are not necessary but doing one test is highly recommended!  

The cost of the CRaP4Kids Group Program will be 3 payments of $197 USD or 1 payment of $497 USD.  The fee includes all coaching sessions, protocols, forms, templates etc.  

HOWEVER because this is the first time this group program is being offered and BETA-tested and you will be asked for feedback and testimonials, the session starting April 24th, 2023 will be offered for 1 payment of $325 or 3 payments of $130.  

This fee does not include the cost of supplements or any recommended testing.  

Supplements: We try to recommend as few supplements as possible to keep the cost as low as possible for you, but it will depend on how severe the constipation is and the underlying cause.  If you are just starting this program please hold off on purchasing supplements except what is recommended.   

If you are wondering how much to budget for supplements, I would estimate anywhere from $100 - $400 depending on the age of your child ... the younger the child usually the fewer the supplements needed.  Different supplements and brands will be offered so which ones you choose to purchase will be up to you.

Constipation is a complex issue.  And gut healing takes time - usually months.  During the 10 weeks you'll learn what you need to know to create a protocol to help relieve your child's constipation.  Your child should be pooping painlessly every day with the help of supplements and possibly some diet change long before the 10 weeks are up if you follow the program.  

The long term goal is to deal with the underlying cause which will hopefully decrease the reliance on the supplements over time. You will have enough information to know how to troubleshoot certain issues if and when they arise so that you should feel confident about continuing on your own with possibly a "check in" appointment after a few more weeks.  Also the CRaP (n'Stuff) Club is a monthly membership that provides a venue for parents to ask questions as they arise when the program is done.  

Please remember that there is no magic wand, pill or potion that we can give you to stop constipation from occurring if you don't follow the instructions we provide and do the work. 

To heal the gut there usually needs to be some sort of diet change in order to tackle the underlying cause of the constipation.  New eating and lifestyle habits usually for the whole family need to be learned, practiced and adopted - possibly for months, years, or life.  

We will do what we can to help, encourage, motivate, and celebrate with you - but it is you who needs to do the work. If you aren't prepared to put the time and energy into following the recommendations then it's unlikely that this program is for you.

All that being said, in 10 weeks a lot can be accomplished!  You or your child should be pooping daily but it is possible that you may still be working on recovering from the underlying cause. At the end of the 10 weeks we ensure you know what you need to do to continue and if you need or want a follow up session to check in then that can be arranged.  We are always here to support you! xo