Solutions for urinary leaks at school

What you can do at school to prevent leaks Note to school staff for urinary leaks during the day: Daytime urine leakage is common in preschool children and can continue into kindergarten and elementary school. In fact, daytime urine leakage has been found to occur approximately once a week in 3% of children (mostly girls) with an average age of 5.9 years. Not only are accidents embarrassing for children, but they are also difficult for teachers and caregivers. If you are a teacher or caregiver who encounters these urinary leakage problems with children during the day, here are some tips to effectively deal with the problem: Make yourself available to the child and let them know you are there to help. If the child's parents have not yet contacted you, contact them to discuss the issue in peace. If the child's parents don't already have a urination plan in place, we recommend recommending this solution by asking parents to provide their children with vibrating watches and possibly washable or disposable absorbent underwear. Suggest that the parents get involved in this method if you can. Ask parents to bring at least one change of clothes in case of an accident. Always respect regular toilet visits and give children time to completely empty their bladders. This will help you avoid many accidents in class and/or during meals. Make the most of bathroom time Relaxation plays an important role in urination. If your child feels the need to go to the bathroom more frequently during the day, we offer these tips to help them feel calmer and more relaxed: Encourage the girls to take off at least one pant leg (or one leg of tights), lean forward with their elbows on their knees, and relax their legs. Encourage the boys to stand with their shoulders straight and their knees slightly bent. Help young children feel more comfortable by using a small step stool if needed. Remind your child to relax, rather than push. Turn on the faucet and ask your child to think about the water flowing. Read stories or talk about things unrelated to the toilet. Give him plenty of time to completely empty his bladder; this may take a few minutes. If your child is unable to urinate, assure him that he can always come back later. If you're trying to maintain regular toileting sessions, we recommend using a vibrating watch. Regular toileting is a great way to overcome incontinence and boost confidence in children. Overcoming Toilet Phobia Sometimes, daytime accidents stem from a child's fear of the toilet. This "toilet phobia" can make your child uncomfortable using the toilet, especially in public places. Does your child use the toilet well at home and only leak urine outside of your home? Once your doctor has ruled out all medical causes of urinary incontinence, we recommend keeping a detailed diary of when you urinate and where the accident occurred. Be sure to include mealtime habits (meal times and whether or not you finished your meal). This document is important for your doctor to diagnose all eventualities. If it seems like your child is only uncomfortable with the toilet in general or only in certain areas, here are some tips that might help: If your child is attending a new school or daycare, arrange a first visit to the restroom together. Be positive and point out positive things. When you and your child are out and about, try using the toilet in multiple locations (e.g., the mall, movie theater, etc.). This toilet training will build your child's confidence. Talk to your child about their fear. They may have a false impression that you can clarify for them.