Pediatric bowel and bladder dysfunction (BBD) specialists are doctors who focus on helping kids with problems related to going to the bathroom. These issues can include bedwetting, frequent urination, constipation, and difficulties with bowel control. They play a critical role in addressing these sensitive issues. Read on for a short summary of what BBD specialists do in their day-to-day work.

Diagnosing Bathroom-Related Problems: They’re experts at understanding why a child might have trouble with bladder or bowel control, like accidents or difficulty using the bathroom.

Conducting Specialized Tests: To figure out what’s causing these issues, they might do tests like bladder scans, urine tests, or other evaluations to see how the bladder and bowels are functioning.

Creating Individualized Treatment Plans: Once they know the problem, they develop a plan tailored to each child’s needs. This could involve creating daily routines to empty the bowels/bladder on a regular basis, exercises to strengthen bladder muscles, changes in diet to help with bowel movements, or using medications, like laxatives, to help with going to the bathroom more regularly.

Educational Support for Families: They educate kids and their families about these issues, teaching them how to manage symptoms and improve bathroom habits.

Collaborating with Other Healthcare Providers: They often work alongside dietitians, physical therapists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of the problem.

Offering Emotional Support and Counseling: Understanding the emotional impact these issues can have on kids, they provide support and counseling to help them cope with and overcome these challenges.

Monitoring Progress and Adjusting Care: They keep track of how well the treatment is working and make changes as needed, ensuring the best possible outcomes for the child.

Providing Long-term Management: For chronic conditions, they offer ongoing care and advice, helping kids and their families manage these issues over time.

Pediatric bowel and bladder dysfunction specialists are dedicated to helping children overcome these often-overlooked but important health issues. Their work is crucial in improving the quality of life for kids facing these challenges, helping them gain confidence and comfort.

Assessment and Treatment for:

• Chronic constipation
• Urinary incontinence
• Difficulty with bowel control
• Nightime bedwetting
• Recurrent urinary tract infections

How to book a specialist appointment:

Our specialists see patients by referral. Please ask your physician or primary care provider to send a referral to Kindercare.

• The most efficient way to be referred to Kindercare is via Ocean eReferral. To get started, send your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner this link: bit.ly/refertoKCP
• If a referral through Ocean eReferral is not possible, your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner can fax referrals to 416-848-7664
• If you do not have a primary care provider, need help or have any questions, email admin@kindercare.ca or call 416-848-7665