World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated on 21st March and this year the theme is ‘we decide’. This has been chosen to reflect United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. There are eight core principles to the Convention and these are: Respect for dignity, for the rights of the individual with a […]
For World Sleep Day, our Children’s Specialist Nurse, Davina Richardson, has written a blog on nocturia and why it is important to get a good night’s sleep. All humans need to sleep. Good sleep is as important for overall health and wellbeing as a balanced diet and getting sufficient exercise. It helps us to function […]
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Discussing Mitrofanoff Discussion About Supra Pubic Catheter Easy Read Bedwetting Healthy Bladder and Bowels – Fluid Advice Urinals on Prescription with Photos
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Enuresis Update is a resource for clinicians who support children, young people and families who are affected by bedwetting. The update promotes excellence in practice by providing information about recently published research and the implications for practice. Latest professional news Read about the latest guidance, opportunities and news on our blog.
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The information in this section includes videos from Bladder & Bowel UK as well as other information and links to other sites that you may find helpful. YouTube Videos Causes of Bedwetting Childhood Constipation and Soiling Service – Macrogol Laxative Elly’s Success How Does Your Bladder Work? An animated guide Interoception: The New Topic in […]
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Bedwetting (Enuresis) Night time bladder issues often result in bedwetting in children and young people. Bedwetting is recognised as a medical condition from the time a child is five years old and treatment is available. It is sometimes called enuresis or nocturnal enuresis. Your child’s health visitor, school nurse or GP will also be able […]
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Click on the links below to see Bladder & Bowel UK’s easy read resources to help explain bladder or bowel conditions. Easy Read Bedwetting Easy Read Constipation
Our bladders rely on a good fluid intake to remain healthy. If children are not drinking well, they are more likely to become dehydrated, particularly if the weather is hot. This can impact children’s bladder health. Read on to find how to improve children’s bladder health during the summer holidays. Dehydration may cause headaches, light-hot […]
This blog was written by Davina Richardson, Children’s Specialist Nurse at Bladder & Bowel UK. 1. FABLE: Your child will tell you when they are ready to toilet train FACT: Some children will become increasingly aware of when they are doing a wee or a poo. At some point between the ages of two or […]