“Every morning, I found the bed wet. My child whispered, ‘I didn’t mean to,’ with shame in his eyes. Later, I noticed stains in his underwear even after using the toilet. He avoided sleepovers and friends, worried someone might notice. I realized this wasn’t stubbornness — these were elimination disorders, silent battles my child was fighting.”

  • Bedwetting (Enuresis)
    • Repeated, involuntary urination during sleep (age 5 years or older).
    • Occurs at least twice a week for 3 months or causes distress.
    • Child may sleep deeply and not wake up when the bladder is full.
    • Can be primary (never achieved dryness) or secondary (returns after 6 months of dryness).
  • Soiling (Encopresis)
    • Repeated passage of stool into clothing or inappropriate places (after age 4).
    • May occur with constipation (stool retention → overflow soiling) or without.
    • Associated with tummy aches, stool withholding, or embarrassment.
    • Leads to social withdrawal, shame, or avoidance of play.
  • When to Seek Help
    • Bedwetting continues beyond age 5.
    • Child feels embarrassed, anxious, or avoids social events.
    • Soiling occurs regularly despite toilet training.
    • Child shows signs of constipation, abdominal pain, or stool withholding.
    • Family routines are heavily affected by repeated accidents.
Elimination issues
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Why Jeevaniyam?

At Jeevaniyam, we understand that toilet struggles affect not just the child but the whole family’s confidence and peace. Through our Jeevashakthi approach, we combine:

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FAQs

Some children have delayed development of bladder or bowel control, deep sleep patterns, constipation, stress, or medical issues that interfere with continence.

No. Bedwetting and soiling are involuntary and not under the child’s control. They are medical and developmental issues, not signs of defiance.

Medical evaluation, behavioral therapy, structured toilet routines, Ayurveda, exercises to strengthen pelvic muscles, lifestyle and diet guidance, and emotional support are all effective approaches.

Provide reassurance, avoid punishment, celebrate small successes, encourage open communication, and use counseling or emotional support to reduce shame and anxiety.

Improvement varies depending on the child’s age, underlying causes, and consistency of therapy. With structured interventions and family support, most children show significant progress over weeks to months.

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