Flourish Health Clinic

Children's Continence

Bowel Dysfunction

Healthy bowel habits support healthy bladder function — and many children have bowel dysfunction without obvious constipation.

  • No referral required
  • Child-friendly approach
  • Evidence-based care
  • Albany, WA

About this condition

What is bowel dysfunction?

Bowel dysfunction in children isn't always obvious constipation. Irregular motions, withholding or discomfort can affect the bladder too, contributing to wetting and infections. Improving bowel habits often improves bladder symptoms as well.

Signs & symptoms

Symptoms

  • Irregular bowel motions
  • Stool withholding
  • Pain
  • Tummy aches
  • Soiling
  • Constipation
  • Wetting

How we help

How we help

  • Healthy toilet routine
  • Toilet posture
  • Bowel retraining
  • Fibre & fluid advice
  • Behavioural strategies
  • Parent education

Not sure if we can help?

Ask us anything — no referral needed.

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Better bowel habits support better bladder health — we'll build a simple, practical plan for your child.