October

10th October 2019

Children can have continence problems too!

Davina Richardson, RGN/RSCN Specialist Children’s Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK, outlines the different continence problems children can have and what can be done to help. Find out why bedwetting and other associated continence problems happen and how you can help your […]

9th October 2019

The advantages of early treatment for bedwetting

Davina Richardson, RGN/RSCN Specialist Children’s Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK, explains the physical reasons why children wet the bed and importantly that they’re not doing it deliberately. The benefit of seeking early treatment for bedwetting is also discussed. We used to […]

8th October 2019

Is bedwetting a ‘normal’ part of childhood?

Davina Richardson, RGN/RSCN Specialist Children’s Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK, discusses bedwetting throughout childhood and at what stage you should seek professional help. Find out why bedwetting is considered a medical condition from 5 years old and what you can try […]

7th October 2019

Debunking some common bedwetting myths

In this post, Alina Lynden, Helpline Advisor at ERIC UK, The Children’s Bowel and Bladder Charity, busts common bedwetting myths and provides useful information on how you can support your child on their path to overcoming the condition. Alina also explains why […]

4th October 2019

Key facts you should know about bedwetting

In this vlog, June Rogers, Specialist Children’s Bladder and Bowel Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK, discusses key facts about bedwetting that every parent or carer should know. Did you know that over the age of 5 years old bedwetting is considered […]

3rd October 2019

Is there a link between constipation and bedwetting?

June Rogers, Specialist Children’s Bladder and Bowel Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK, highlights the relationship between constipation and bedwetting. Did you know that more than half of children affected by bedwetting also suffer from constipation? Learn more about the role constipation […]

1st October 2019

The bedwetting basics you need to know

Alina Lynden, Helpline Advisor at ERIC UK, The Children’s Bowel and Bladder Charity, discusses the different causes of bedwetting by using terms and visuals that make it easy to understand what happens inside your child’s body when they wet the bed. Watch […]