Let’s talk about anatomy: Squatting is the ideal position to poop in because it straightens your rectum and relaxes your muscles. All humans poop easiest this way! Now let’s talk about babies: They physically cannot assume the squatting position without help. When we don’t help them squat to poop, they are forced to poop in less ideal positions—usually lying down. Now baby is struggling to poop, and may have painful gas. The easiest way to relieve the gas? Hold baby in a squat! And be sure to re