Continence

 Most children gain full control over their bladder and bowel functions between the ages of 2 and 4 years. However, in at least 10% of typically developing children, issues such as anxiety, withholding, sensory differences, food intolerances and physiological differences can interrupt or delay success with toilet training. (Zi Mei Events, Rebecca Khan - Continence Clinician)

Children with behavioural, learning or emotional difficulties often experience delays with toileting at significantly higher rates (up to 50%) and are much more likely to require extra support to develop skills in this area.

Toileting and continence are an important part of self-care and learning to look after our bodies. Our goal is to provide the opportunity for privacy, dignity and independence whilst learning and mastering these skills.

• Managing constipation

• Daytime urinary incontinence (wee accidents)

• Night time wetting (bed wetting)

• Faecal incontinence (soiling)

• Toilet/potty training

A comprehensive assessment will be provided and a behavioural continence program developed suited to your child’s needs,  often in consultation with your child’s GP or paediatrician.