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Around 900,000 children and young people face bowel and bladder control problems in the UK. That's around 30 or 40 young people in an average sized secondary school. Dealing with incontinence can have a huge impact on all all areas of a young person's life.
Get information and advice to help teenagers understand what incontinence is, why it happens and where to get support.
We are a group of young people aged 11-18 who have come together to raise awareness around bladder and bowel problems. Read more
Find out about different types of incontinence that teenagers struggle with and why bowel and bladder accidents can happen. Read more
If you have a bowel or bladder problem, you're definitely not alone and help is available. Read more
Find out about the different organisations and people who can help you with your bladder or bowel problem. Read more
There's lots of help out there for teenagers who are having problems with incontinence. Get signposting to other organisations and further support. Read more
Here's what to expect when you go to see a doctor or nurse about a continence problem, plus tips for a good appointment. Read more
Find out what you can do if your doctor or nurse doesn't accept that you have a bowel or bladder condition. Read more
Sometimes it's helpful to talk to your friends about your weeing or pooing problem. Find out how other teenagers dealt with this issue. Read more
If you're not sure how to tell your friends about your bowel or bladder condition, read these tips from other teenagers. Read more
If you tell your teacher about your continence problem, they should be able to help you manage it at school. Read more
Tips from other teenagers on how to handle a bowel or bladder problem at school. Read more
Going on a school trip or sleepover? Don’t panic! Find out what you can do to manage your bowel or bladder problem when you’re not at home. Read more
Our web pages helping teenagers with bowel and bladder problems were developed after talking directly to young people with experience of these issues. Read more
