by Marina Castellanos | Feb 25, 2018 | Bedwetting, biofeedback, Pediatric Pelvic Health, pelvic therapy
Have you sought assistance for your bedwetter? Bedwetting accounts for 20% of visits to pediatricians. Has your doctor told you not to worry, your child will “grow out of it”? Have you been sent to a specialist for pelvic therapy, such as “biofeedback”....
by Marina Castellanos | Apr 18, 2017 | bathroom avoidance, Bedwetting, constipation, Pediatric Pelvic Health
A follower recently inquired as to why her child hates going to the bathroom, and what can be done about it. After 15+ years as a pediatric physical therapist, I’ve seen many issues related to pelvic floor dysfunction and bathroom habits. I’ve often had times when...
by Marina Castellanos | Nov 1, 2016 | constipation, Pediatric Pelvic Health
One of the popular questions I’ve received is on the topic of children and constipation. Most parents experience the moments when their child accidentally pees or poops in their pants. But what about children who have issues going #2? What about the children who...
by Marina Castellanos | Sep 12, 2016 | Bedwetting, Pediatric Pelvic Health
When a child struggles with bedwetting, a common first response by parents may be to cut back on water consumption. But don’t. While it may seem counterintuitive, bedwetting may be a symptom of not enough water consumption as opposed to “too much fluid in the system.”...
by Marina Castellanos | Sep 12, 2016 | Bedwetting, Pediatric Pelvic Health
Language is a great unifier. This is especially true when it comes to facing and ultimately dealing with certain uncomfortable truths in life – say your child’s bedwetting, or bladder and bowel issues. Starting the dialog, helped by learning the basic language related...
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