Where do I go for help?

If you've got a bladder or bowel problem, it can be difficult to know where to find the right information and who can help you. This section explains which health professionals you're likely to come into contact with, what to expect from appointments, and the different treatment options you might be given.

Information on bowel and bladder problems

Find out about different types of incontinence that teenagers struggle with and why bowel and bladder accidents can happen. Read more

Who can help me?

Find out about the different organisations and people who can help you with your bladder or bowel problem. Read more

Appointments & treatment

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

What if my doctor says there's nothing wrong?

Find out what you can do if your doctor or nurse doesn't accept that you have a bowel or bladder condition. Read more

Latest

Paediatric Urodynamics Online Course

A paediatric urodynamics online course on understanding childhood bladder dysfunction delivered by the team at the Evelina in London on May 13 and 14 2021.
Parent and Carer Workshop - Saturdays 12th and 19th June

Workshop and networking event for parents and carers of children experiencing bladder and bowel problems ranging from toilet training difficulties to persistent wetting and soiling. This free one day workshop will be delivered over two Saturday mornings. The workshop aims to inform and educate parents and carers and signpost to additional help, support and resources available from ERIC. Please note that this course is aimed at parents and carers rather than professionals.
Nocturnal Enuresis - 15/07/21

This half day session on Nocturnal Enuresis uses the three systems approach to explore the reasons why children wet at night, with a focus on a child-orientated, evidence-based approach to treatment. The tools on the ERIC website will structure our journey through assessment and diagnosis to identifying and implementing optimal treatment.
Toilet Training including Children with Add Needs - 13/07/21

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.

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.
Helpline support

Call ERIC's helpline on freephone: 0808 169 9949
Treating bedwetting

Watch our bedwetting animation and find out how to treat and manage this common childhood condition.
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.
Children's Continence Pathway

Discover what help is available for children and teens with bowel and bladder conditions.