A Continence NZ brochure you can download, including information about daytime wetting in children and how to manage it. Download the brochure here (PDF). If you would like to order one or more physical copies of this brochure, please visit our Order Resources section to find out how.  

This free on-demand webinar is suitable for anyone supporting children with their continence. It discusses daytime wetting, some possible causes, tips, and management.

From our Busting the Myths series released for World Continence Week 2022, Continence Nurse Lisa Smith addresses whether children really do just grow out of wetting and soiling issues.

From the Busting the Myths series released for World Continence Week 2022, Continence Nurse Lisa Smith says children do care if they are wet or soiled. She offers insight into what is really happening and explains that they are not being naughty and it's not their fault.

Finding a toilet when out and about can be challenging for people with bladder or bowel problems, including children. It could even discourage some families from going out altogether.

Our toilet card clearly states that the holder has a medical condition and needs to use the toilet quickly. Most places you visit will be willing to help you.

‍Get your Toilet Card here.

If you or someone you support needs a handy or accessible bathroom while you’re out and about, here’s some info:

To download accessible maps in city centres around New Zealand, go here.
‍For the Christchurch accessibility map, go here.

‍Did you know, Google Maps on your phone can also help you find your closest public toilet or petrol station? Just type in toilet, petrol station, or any amenity you are looking for (such as a library) and it will search for you!

Or try the CamperMate app, which includes locations outside the city centres. Designed for travellers, the app locates public toilets and other amenities.

For more info and to download the app, go here.

Changing Places New Zealand (Changing Places NZ) was formed in 2017 to provide fully accessible bathroom facilities in public places throughout New Zealand. Changing Places NZ is based on the Changing Places Consortium which built over one thousand fully accessible public bathrooms in the United Kingdom since 2006.

There are over 1000 Changing Places in the UK and dozens more in Australia. There are currently seven Changing Places in New Zealand.
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‍Here's where you can find them.

A Continence NZ brochure you can download, including information about bedwetting in children, causes, management, and where to get help. Download the brochure here (PDF).

If you would like to order one or more physical copies of this brochure, please visit our Order Resources section to find out how.

Some teenagers have never been dry at night and others start wetting after a period of being dry. Bedwetting can be stressful, not only for teenagers but for their families as well. The good news is there is help available and for most teenagers, something can be done to resolve or manage it. Find out more here.

This free on-demand webinar is suitable for anyone supporting children with their continence. In this webinar, experienced Continence Nurse Lisa Smith talks about bedwetting – causes, symptoms, treatment, management, tips, and more!

From our Top 5 Tips for Tamariki and Teens series released for World Continence Week 2022, Children's Continence Nurse Lisa Smith discusses the one-hour rule that helps with bedwetting - it may not initially be popular with children and teens - but it works!

From our Busting the Myths series released for World Continence Week 2022, Children's Continence Nurse Lisa Smith busts the myth that you should limit how much children or teens drink during the day to stop them from wetting the bed at night. She offers some advice on how best to manage fluid intake.

What should you do if your child is starting to wet the bed after years of being toilet trained? "Don't panic" is Continence Nurse Specialist Janet Thackray's first piece of advice! Find out what else she suggests in this FAQ video.

Jet Johnson has a secret... find out how he bravely gets the help he needs in this video adaptation of the book A Wee Secret.

This webinar outlines the toilet training basics including how to know when your child is ready and how to get started, with practical tips and demonstrations from an experienced continence nurse.

Children's Continence Nurse Lisa Smith's 7 P's Potty Plan. Download the Going Potty Guide (PDF) here. The Going Potty Guide, along with some of our other popular continence resources, is available for download in six different languages - Te Reo Māori, Hindi, Samoan, Chinese, Tongan, and English!

Children's Continence Nurse, Lisa Smith, specialises in bowel and bladder problems in children. In this video, she covers her essential toilet training tips for parents and caregivers.

From our Top 5 Tips for Tamariki and Teens series released for World Continence Week 2022, Children's Continence Nurse Lisa Smith uses her bag of tricks to give a fun demonstration of many ways to help busy youngsters slow down and take their time on the toilet.

From our Top 5 Tips for Tamariki and Teens series released for World Continence Week 2022, Children's Continence Nurse Lisa Smith offers advice on toilet training, including how to ensure they are ready and how you can be best prepared.