Boo Can't Poo

Author: Xiao Jing "Iris" Wang, M.D.

Narrator: Andrea Emmes

Unabridged: 3 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Mayo Clinic Press

Published: 07/16/2024

Categories: Children's Fiction, Ghost Stories

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

Get ready to giggle with Boo Can't Poo, the hilarious board book sure to get your little ones laughing and pooping! Join Boo the constipated ghost on his quest to get his bowels moving with the help of his ghostly family. With silly rhymes and cute illustrations, this book is perfect for reading aloud and sharing some laughs whenever constipation strikes! Written by Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, Xiao Jing Iris Wang, MD, Boo Can't Poo also includes helpful tips for parents on how to manage constipation in toddlers at home. From high-fiber foods to squatting on the potty, you'll get expert advice to keep your little ones healthy and happy. This adorable book is perfect for kids all year round. So whether you're dealing with a case of the constipation blues or just looking for a fun and silly listen, Boo Can't Poo is the perfect addition to any little pooper's library.

About Xiao Jing "Iris" Wang, M.D.

Xiao Jing "Iris" Wang, M.D., is a general gastroenterologist and children's book author. She brings her medical expertise and parenting experience to her prescriptive storytelling, and her clinical focus includes a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders, such as constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Wang is also a mentor to residents and fellows, and has authored multiple publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, all while continuing to write delightful stories for young readers.

About Rocio Ledesma

Rocío Ledesma, also known as Ro, hails from Galicia, northern Spain. In her youth, rainy days nurtured her passion for crafting imaginative realms indoors. Armed with an Advertising degree from Vigo’s University, Ro embarked on an art direction career in advertising. In 2015, she relocated to Barcelona. Her digital prowess has adorned commercials, magazines, and global clients' picture and educational books. Ro's heart lies in illustrating children’s books.

About Andrea Emmes

Andrea Emmes is an award-winning audiobook narrator who has recorded over 350 titles. An Audie Award nominee, she has won multiple SOVAS awards and Earphones awards and was named the 2019 Independent Audiobook Awards Best Female Narrator. A total book nerd, she enjoys narrating all genres, especially YA, middle grade, children's, LitRPG, sci-fi, fantasy, romance, and nonfiction.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jackson on April 17, 2025

I know how to cure constipation now... but what I really want to know is this: are ghost poops also ghostly or are they tangible? I suppose if ghosts are real and their poops were tangible then there would be feces EVERYWHERE. So ghosts must either have ghost poops or they are not real. OR maybe gho......more

Goodreads review by Courtney on November 07, 2024

As a parent with two kids on the spectrum, this book really helps explain why withholding is not good for the body and things that can be done to help it along......more

Goodreads review by Tam I on July 01, 2024

A book about a constipated ghost. 🤣......more

Goodreads review by Chelsea on October 18, 2024

Was not expecting this to be so thorough 😅......more