Episode 8 - Daytime bladder problems Part 1

This is a 16 minute listen.

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Resources about children's bowel & bladder problems

Factsheets, charts & templates to help you manage potty training and bowel & bladder problems.
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.
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.
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.
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Treating bedwetting

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Advice for children with constipation

How to spot the signs of constipation in children and how it should be treated and managed.
When to start potty training

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