What are the psychological causes of bedwetting in young people?

Bedwetting can be very upsetting and awkward for children and teens, particularly as they get older. Nonetheless, this condition, also known as nocturnal incontinence, is relatively common, occurring in 12% to 25% of four-year-olds, 7% to 10% of eight-year-olds and 2% to 3% of 12-year-olds1. Even teenagers may wet the…

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How to manage an overactive bladder at night

Urinating frequently at night is fairly common, with 1 in 3 adults over 30 making at least two trips to the loo each night1. Nonetheless, an overactive bladder at night, known in medical circles as nocturia, can be bothersome, particularly if it’s preventing you from getting sleep. So, we’ve gathered…

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What causes UTIs in infants?

Urinary tract infections (or UTIs) are among the most common infections in young children1; in fact, UTIs cause 7% of fevers in infants2. However, it can be difficultto tell if your little one has a urinary tract infection, as symptoms can be vague, and babies and toddlers may not be…

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Why is my toddler peeing a lot all of a sudden?

As a parent, we notice toddlers pee often (especially on long car journeys or during a nappy change…), but you might be concerned if they start peeing a lot more all of a sudden. In this article, we’ve gathered the potential causes and management options for increased urination in toddlers….

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How to toilet train a child with autism

Toilet training can be tricky for any parent, involving accidents and frequent dashes to the loo, and it can be even trickier with a child with autism. We’ve prepared our best tips and tricks to make the process as easy as possible.

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