my almost 4 yr old won't poop in potty

Holly - posted on 05/15/2010 ( 1 mom has responded )

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Hello, my daughter has been wearing under wear full time since she turned 3, but she will not poop in the potty still. she asks me for a diaper every time she feels the urge to poop. I have tried telling her that its ok to go in the potty, i've had her try, and she freaks out and says "i can't do it". I have tried telling her I won't give her a diaper. She has even gotten one and put it on herself, because I wouldnt do it. I know this may sound harsh, it is not meant to be. I just really want her to use the potty. I feel like she is getting way too old to be using a diaper for anything but when she is in bed. (I would like to start trying to get her through the night with out one as well, but i feel i need to conquer the pooping in the potty first) She seems afraid of it almost. I've tried giving her a book, sitting there with her, leaving her alone in there, all sorts of things. If there is anything you could suggest to help me with this I would really appreciate it! Thanks!

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Holly - posted on 05/15/2010

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I have also set up a chart with a reward system. If she goes 5 times she'll get to go to chucky cheese. I don't like bribery, but I am all out of ideas.