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Engaged - a parent & carer support group in Bristol

Thanks to a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund, we are delighted to be offering a drop in support group for parents and carers in the Bristol area. Read more

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Children Need You

We need your support because children and teenagers with continence issues have been left to fend for themselves. Can you make a gift this Christmas to
Student study into dealing with poo problems

We're looking for parents of children who've struggled with constipation to share their views to help other families in the future.
Toilet Training including Children with Add Needs - 29/03/22

This half day session on Children with Additional Needs looks at the normal acquisition of bowel and bladder control, and the obstacles that may arise. Using the tools available on the ERIC website, we will explore the importance of assessment of bladder and bowel health and of readiness for toilet training, and how to apply what we learn to design individual toileting programmes.
Nocturnal Enuresis - 23/03/22

A half day training event on Nocturnal Enuresis uses the three systems approach to understand why children wet at night, with a focus on a child-orientated, evidence-based approach to treatment.

Guides to children's bowel and bladder problems

Resources and leaflets to help with potty training, daytime wetting, bedwetting and bowel problems.
Bowel problems: FAQs

How often should children poo? Why is my child soiling? Get answers to commonly asked questions about children's poo problems.
Top 10 potty training tips

Top 10 potty training tips from the experts in toileting. Use these tips to successfully teach your child to use the potty.
A Parent's Guide to Disimpaction

If your child has been constipated for more than a few days your doctor or nurse may recommend a disimpaction regime. This means giving laxatives in sufficiently large quantities to ‘clear out’ all the accumulated poo. Read our Parent's Guide to Disimpaction.
Children who will only poo in a nappy and other toilet avoiders

Insisting on wearing a nappy to poo is normal for kids who are potty training, but some would happily poo in a nappy for years. Break the habit with these tips.
Treating bedwetting

Watch our bedwetting animation and find out how to treat and manage this common childhood condition.
How fast are your bowels? Take the sweetcorn test to find out!

A portion of sweetcorn and a clock is all you need to discover how long it takes for food to travel from your mouth to the toilet.
Helpline support

Call ERIC's helpline on freephone: 0808 169 9949
When to start potty training

To start potty training, your child needs to be physically ready and able to follow instructions. There are also things you can do to prepare them to learn.
What causes bedwetting?

There are three main reasons why children and young people struggle with bedwetting. Find out more about the underlying causes.

Your chance to change and improve continence services

An invitation for anybody caring for a young person experiencing a wee or poo difficulty to share their experience and opinions. Help drive change! Read more

Helping older children and teenagers overcome bedwetting

Nine tips for anyone supporting young people to manage their bedwetting and stay motivated. Read more