In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Margaret Werner, a pediatrician at Boston Children's Center for Healthy Elimination and Bladder Rehabilitation (CHEER) — a program dedicated to nonsurgical urologic issues in kids and teens. Together, they answer important questions about urinary health, including:
• How common are urologic issues in kids and teens?
• How can parents talk with kids about urinary concerns?
• What is good bladder hygiene?
• Why is it important to fully empty your bladder?
• Is there an optimal toileting position for better bladder health?
• What are the key differences between daytime and nighttime wetting?
• What are some common causes of bladder issues in kids and teens?
• What are some bladder irritants that may cause problems?
• What tests help evaluate urinary concerns in children?
• What the signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
• How do recurrent UTIs impact a child’s health?
• How does CHEER approach treatment?
• What treatment options are available for urinary conditions?
• What research is currently being conducted on pediatric urinary conditions?
• What are Dr. Werner’s “doctor’s orders” for preventing urinary problems in kids?

Urinary health can be a sensitive topic for kids and parents, but knowledge is key to prevention and treatment. Tune in to hear expert insights on supporting your child’s health.