Why does my toddler want to eat his own feces?

Answer by  worker7654 (1033)

Children are often amuzed by their own feces and this should be discouraged and prevented in order to prevent other health problems.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

That's not normal at all and you should get the child to a doctor right away so they can find out and treat the problem right away. Do not delay with this it sounds very out of the ordinary and there could be something very wrong with the little one.

Answer by  Zoe (2369)

Sometimes eating feces can be a symptom of pica, but that is rarely diagnosed in toddlers. Freud theorized that children enter a phase of development where they become anally fixated. Body curiosity is normal, but the child should be discouraged from actually eating the feces for health reason.

Answer by  worker2746 (2434)

Toddlers are very curious by nature, and often times are wondering what exactly it is that feces are. Remember, they investigate by putting things into their mouths quite often. I would recommend you see the doctor for tips.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

He is lacking something in his diet you need to call the doctor tell them hwat he is doing and ask how to fix it.