Bladder problems

What causes bedwetting?

There are three main reasons why an estimated half a million children and young people in the UK struggle with bedwetting. Find out more about the underlying causes. Read more

Treating bedwetting

Watch our brand new animated film and find out how to treat and manage this common childhood condition. Read more

Daytime wetting: FAQs

Answers to common questions about daytime wetting in children covering drinks, frequency, how boys should wee, special toilet seats, holding on and nappies. Read more

Causes of daytime wetting

Daytime wetting has several potential causes. It’s important to know the reason why wee accidents are happening in order to properly treat the child. Read more

How to stop or manage daytime wetting

For your child to stop having wetting accidents they need to drink plenty, exercise the bladder and relax. They might need medication and other treatment too. Read more

Bedwetting: FAQs

Answers to common bedwetting questions covering wearing pull-ups, treatment including Desmopressin & alarms, lifting, teenage denial and nights away from home. Read more

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Poor school toilet experiences - can you help?

We're looking for young people with a bowel or bladder problem who are willing to speak to the media about how poor school toilet facilities have affected them.

Laura's story

Laura's son Freddie took a long time to get the hang of potty training. He started school wearing pull ups, but after some help from ERIC and a school nurse, he now uses the toilet with confidence.

Why I support ERIC

Peter heard a Radio 4 Charity Appeal about ERIC a few years ago and decided to become a regular donor.

Become a bedwetting detective

Watch our short animated film for clues to help you work out why your child is bedwetting.

Guides to children's bowel and bladder problems

Resources and leaflets to help with potty training, daytime wetting, bedwetting and bowel 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.

How to treat constipation

Childhood constipation is treatable. The earlier it’s recognised, the easier it is to treat. Find out how laxatives, diet, toilet routine & anal irrigation help.

Bowel problems: FAQs

Answers to common questions about children's bowel problems covering constipation, faecal soiling, laxative treatment and children with additional needs.

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.

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.