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In this episode, Fiola Murphy and Gertrude Doddy open a thoughtful and down-to-earth discussion on bedwetting in children, tweens, and teens — a topic that’s often whispered about, yet deeply impacts family life.
🎙️ What We Explore in This Episode
Why bedwetting happens
Development, genetics, bladder maturity, sleep patterns — and why it’s rarely “their fault.”
💡 The bowel–bladder connection
How constipation and stool retention can directly affect night-time wetting, and why recognising patterns early matters.
💬 Emotional impact
Supporting children with kindness, reducing shame, and helping them stay engaged socially and academically.
🛏️ Practical management tips
Hydration, routines, bladder training, bedtime strategies, and small environmental tweaks that make a big difference.
⏰ Bedwetting alarms
When they work, how to introduce them, and the common pitfalls parents can avoid.
✔️ Do’s and Don’ts
Clear guidance to help families manage the condition without stress or blame.
🎙️ This conversation brings empathy, reassurance, and clarity — helping parents feel less alone and giving healthcare staff practical insights to support them.
📚 Resources Mentioned
Leaflet for Parents:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/2/primarycare/community-funded-schemes/continence/healthcare-professionals/leaflet-bedwetting-in-children.pdfERIC Assossiation
Bristol Stool Chart for Children
