Practical tips for parents
Here are some useful tips on how to manage your child's bladder weakness we've collected from parents, nurses and teachers.
Tip 1 – Make some practical changes. You could place the bed linen cupboard in the child’s room so they’re handy in the middle of the night when you’re sleepy.
Tip 2 - Invest in products to protect the mattress, such as an undersheet or underpad. And ensure any dirty linen is quickly removed for laundry. If you’d like to see what’s available visit our product pavilion.
Tip 3 - If your child is having friends around, just check the bed is clean so your child won’t be embarrassed in front of their friends. And, if your child is worried about an accident in front of friends, wearing a protective pant with odour control will help them to relax and enjoy their play date.
Tip 4 – Managing odour
Odour can raise suspicions so it’s good to use purpose made pads or pants that can neutralise unwanted odour.
Tip 5 – When you go to bed, wake your child up so they can go to the toilet. If they are unable to last the whole night this will establish a routine so they can empty the bladder part way through their night’s sleep and save your sleep.
Tip 6 – If you’re going to see the doctor with your child, call ahead to discuss the situation. That way you won’t have to discuss a detailed history in front of your child and embarrass them unnecessarily. All three of you can then have an open and straightforward discussion without talking over the child’s head.