About the Author

Howard J. Bennett, MD practices pediatrics in Washington, DC and lives in Maryland with his wife, two children, and three dogs. In addition to his books, Dr. B writes articles for the KidsPost section of the Washington Post and has a column in Jack and Jill magazine called amp quot Life is Gross. amp quot Visit him at www.HowardJBennett.com and follow him on Facebook: HowardJBennett.

M.S. (Michael) Weber is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago. His illustrations appear in children's magazines and books, including Harry Goes to the Hospital and It Hurts When I Poop!, and online at Magickeys.com. He lives in Chicago with his family.

Reviews

iParenting Media Award Winner

amp quot Written by a pediatrician, the fictionalized text creates a positive partnership between children, parents, and physicians to practice healthy eating and digestive habits....this book would be welcomed by parents who face a similar situation or in doctors' waiting rooms. amp quot -School Library Journal

amp quot He seemed especially enthralled by the story of Coyote Bill and we began using the metaphor often, encouraging our son to 'become the boss of his poop.' Within a week of getting the book, along with the help of some stool softener, our son amp rsquo s fears diminished and he began pooping normally again to everyone amp rsquo s relief! A year and a half later, this is still a favorite book of my son amp rsquo s. amp quot -Addison Reads

amp quot Every child with toilet training trouble should see this book! amp quot -Allison Schonwald, MD, Pediatrician, Harvard Medical School, author of The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Potty Training Problems

amp quot It Hurts When I Poop! is a wonderful book. My daughter runs a little slow, digestion-wise, and is prone to tummy aches when she holds everything in. Dr. Bennett's story provided her with knowledge about her body, confidence in her intelligence, and a plan to remedy the situation. I heartily recommend Dr. Bennett's smart, playful treatment of a frustrating problem. amp quot -Mary Kay Zuravleff, author of The Bowl is Already Broken

amp quot This is a terrific book that will help children overcome the fears they experience with using the potty. I highly recommend this book and think it will be enthusiastically received by parents and children alike. amp quot -Teri Crane, author of Potty Train Your Child in Just One Day: Proven Secrets of the Potty Pro

amp quot At last, someone has provided parents with a fun-filled, non-threatening approach to help children who hold in their bowel movements. Dr. Bennett amp rsquo s book will be a permanent fixture in my waiting room. amp quot -Benny Kerzner, MD, Chairman, Department of Gastroenterology, Children amp rsquo s National Medical Center