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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.
Treating bedwetting

Children can and should be treated for bedwetting from the age of five. Find out what help is available, the different treatment options and get tips for managing bedwetting.
Nocturnal Enuresis - Cambridge

Course, aimed at health and education professionals, introducing the 'Three Systems' model for understanding bedwetting, with a focus on a child-orientated, evidence-based approach to enuresis treatment.
How healthcare professionals can promote World Bedwetting Day this Tuesday 28 May

Get ideas and resources for raising awareness of bedwetting - a common childhood condition which can have a big impact on family life.

Guides to children's bowel and bladder problems

Resources to help with potty training, day/night time wetting 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.
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Treating bedwetting

Children can and should be treated for bedwetting from the age of five. Find out what help is available, the different treatment options and get tips for managing bedwetting.
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.