If your child struggles with bedwetting, constipation, or bladder leaks, you’re not alone — and there is effective help we can provide if you are here in Markham, Toronto and beyond.
At Markham Pelvic Health, we specialize in pediatric pelvic floor physiotherapy — evidence-based care that helps kids build comfort, confidence, and control.
Our experienced physiotherapists are parents too, so they know what techniques are effective when teaching children how their bladder and bowel work.
Common Bladder and Bowel Problems we help in kids
Many parents bring their children in for:
- Bedwetting (nighttime accidents)
- Daytime urinary leaks, frequency, or urgency
- Constipation or stool withholding
- Fecal soiling (“skid marks”)
- Painful or difficult toileting
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Bladder and bowel issues linked to sensory or developmental differences
These are common, treatable issues — not bad habits.
With the right support, your child can regain comfort and confidence.
How Pediatric Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Helps Children
Pelvic floor physiotherapy teaches kids to coordinate the muscles that control peeing and pooping — through simple movements, breathing, and body awareness.
At Markham Pelvic Health, we make learning fun and stress-free.
Our approach helps children:
- Recognize when they need to go
- Relax or strengthen their pelvic muscles
- Improve posture and breathing for easier toileting
- Create healthy hydration and bathroom routines
- Feel in control of their bodies — and proud of their progress
All sessions are non-invasive, calm, and supportive.
What Parents Can Expect at Their Child’s Appointment
Your child’s first visit focuses on comfort, understanding, and trust.
Here’s what happens:
- You and your child meet your physiotherapist in a relaxed, private room.
- We chat about symptoms, routines, and goals.
- We observe posture, breathing, and coordination — no pain, no embarrassment.
- Together, we build a clear plan for home and clinic success.
💡 We never perform internal exams on children.
Everything is explained in language your child can understand.
Follow-up visits focus on progress, confidence, and education — often with games, visuals, and positive reinforcement.
Meet Your Pediatric Pelvic Health Team
At Markham Pelvic Health, our Pediatric Pelvic Health team is made up of experienced pelvic physiotherapists — and parents, too. We understand firsthand how stressful bladder or bowel challenges can be for families, and we’re here to support you with care and compassion.
Why Families Choose Markham Pelvic Health
- Child-centered care — gentle, fun, and never embarrassing
- Evidence-based methods — grounded in pediatric research
- Parent partnership — we support you with clear guidance and home strategies
- Whole-body focus — posture, breathing, and habits matter
Local expertise — trusted by families across Markham, Unionville, and Stouffville
When should I be concerned about my child’s bedwetting?
Every child is different, but if your child is still having daytime accidents after age 5 or wetting the bed at night past age 7, it’s a good idea to talk with your healthcare provider.
Learning to use the toilet and stay dry is a gradual part of toileting readiness and continence development. Every child progresses at their own pace, and gentle guidance from parents can make the process smoother and more positive. Encouraging routines, celebrating small successes, and using supportive strategies—like a footstool for proper posture, calm “belly breathing,” and praise for effort—help children gain confidence and body awareness. These simple steps promote healthy bladder and bowel habits and support long-term pediatric pelvic health in a calm, reassuring way.
Pediatrics Continence Timeline
While every child develops at their own pace, most children achieve daytime dryness by around 3½ years and nighttime dryness by about 4 years. If your child is still experiencing daytime accidents at age 5, it may be helpful to speak with a healthcare professional for guidance and support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Feeling shy or embarrassed is totally normal!
Our therapists are experienced with children and teens and use age-appropriate language, humor, and privacy to make sessions positive and empowering.
We want your child to feel confident, safe, and supported.
We work with children aged 4 to 18.
Younger children are typically seen if toilet training is challenging or if a healthcare provider recommends early intervention.
Many children’s bladder and bowel issues are caused by muscle coordination difficulties — they may tighten when they should relax.
Through education, exercises, and biofeedback, physiotherapy teaches the body to regain control, improves posture and breathing, and reduces anxiety around toileting.
Assessments are always age-appropriate and based on your child’s comfort. Most evaluations are external and focus on observing movement, breathing, and posture.
We never perform internal exams on children. Everything is explained beforehand and done with the full consent of parents.
The first session includes:
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A relaxed conversation about your child’s bladder, bowel, and toileting habits
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Review of medical history and daily routines
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Gentle physical assessment (external only) to look at posture, breathing, and muscle coordination
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Education for both child and parent on how the pelvic floor works
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A clear, step-by-step home program
Our goal is to make every visit comfortable, fun, and empowering.
Our Pediatric Pelvic Health Physiotherapists support children with:
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Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis)
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Daytime wetting or urinary urgency
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Constipation and painful bowel movements
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Stool withholding
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Pelvic or abdominal pain
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Delayed toilet training
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Post-surgical recovery or conditions affecting bladder and bowel control
Every child is different — we create a personalized treatment plan that addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms.
Pediatric pelvic floor physiotherapy helps children and teens who experience bladder, bowel, or pelvic muscle issues. It focuses on teaching your child how to properly relax and strengthen the muscles that control peeing, pooping, and posture.
Treatment is gentle, engaging, and customized to your child’s age and comfort level — helping them build lifelong healthy habits in a supportive environment.
Most extended health plans include pelvic floor physiotherapy as part of regular physiotherapy coverage. We encourage you to confirm your benefits directly with your insurance provider before your first visit.
No referral is needed. You can book directly with our registered pelvic floor physiotherapists. However, if you have extended health coverage, some insurance plans require a referral for reimbursement — check your plan details.
Our Niche
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy is what we do. All Day. Every Day.
Gender Inclusive
We work with Women, Men and Children of all ages
Our Experience
We have helped more than 5000 clients achieve their pelvic health goals.