Many 14 month olds will poop when put down for a nap or wake early from a nap because they’ve pooped. To encourage your child’s bowels to fully empty after breakfast, you can try feeding them “p” foods (peaches, pears, and prunes) at breakfast. Getting some physical activity in about an hour before naptime can also help produce a bowel movement before it’s time to sleep.
If you suspect your child isn’t falling asleep due to a dirty diaper, we recommend taking your child out of their crib and changing the diaper. After a diaper change, it can be helpful to bring your child into another room for 20 - 30 minutes before trying for the nap once more. Be sure to do at least part of your nap routine again to signal to your child that it is time to sleep.