From Dream Cities to Constipation Fixes: The Surprising Power of OT

Gwen Gillette
Jun 30
1 min read

Brandy and Emilia start off dreaming about their “lottery cities” but quickly dive into one of the most common yet misunderstood health issues—constipation. Learn the real reasons it happens, why it matters more than you think, and the OT-backed strategies that can actually help. From hydration and gravity to equipment and diet, this episode breaks it down with humor, real talk, and practical advice.

Chapters:

00:00 Dream cities and living well

05:32 Constipation 101: why it matters more than you think

13:00 Gravity, posture, and better bathroom setups

20:22 The Squatty Potty effect and adaptive toileting

23:08 Food, hydration, and tracking your body’s patterns

32:08 How to find real solutions (not just meds)

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Resources:

Find Care Equipment Solutions: https://www.asksamie.com

Caregiver Training by OTs: https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com

CareLab Podcast Website: https://www.carelabpodcast.com