Free printable reference and log
Bristol stool chart for kids, with a free poop log
Use the seven numbered descriptions as a consistent way to record stool form. The illustrations below are original, neutral shapes made for this page; match the closest description and write down only what you observe.
Seven types
A plain-language Bristol stool chart
Separate hard pieces, like small pellets.
Firm pieces joined together in a lumpy form.
A formed log with visible surface cracks.
A smooth, soft, formed log or snake-like shape.
Soft separate pieces with clearly defined edges.
Fluffy or mushy pieces with uneven edges.
Watery, with no solid pieces visible.
HTML template
Poop observation log
| Date & time | Bristol type (1–7) | Color | Other observations |
|---|---|---|---|
Print or save
Download the chart and poop log
Each PDF includes the seven-type reference and a blank observation table.
Public health information
When you want guidance from a health source
This page does not provide its own guidance about when to ask a doctor. For public information, read the NHS page on constipation in children, or contact a qualified healthcare professional with questions about a child.
Optional phone record
Record Bristol type in BrightTrace
BrightTrace supports bowel movement entries with Bristol type, color, and other observations. Daily logging is free. The optional Insights subscription adds multi-factor comparisons, repeated-event reviews, and PDF summary sharing for conversations with a care professional.
Keep daily observations together
BrightTrace stores core records and photos on your iPhone and does not require a BrightTrace account.
