Baseline bladder and bowel chart
A printable seven-day chart to record wet and dry pads, toilet use and drinks across the day. Helps parents and professionals spot patterns before starting a toilet training programme.
Why constipation should always be treated with laxatives
Explains, with simple pictures, how untreated constipation stretches the bowel and why laxatives may be needed for a long time. Helps parents understand treatment and talk with their child’s doctor.
Toilet training top tips
Answers to common questions from parents about toilet training a child with Down syndrome, including when to start and how to build skills. Practical tips to help families get started early and keep going.
Toileting and intimate care in schools and nurseries
Explains what intimate care is and what schools and nurseries should do under the Equality Act 2010, with key points from statutory guidance. Helps staff and parents understand a child’s right to support.
Intimate care plan template
A template for nurseries and schools to record a child’s continence needs, routines, staff training and contacts, agreed with parents. Helps everyone give consistent, respectful intimate care.
Facts about constipation
Key facts for families about constipation in children with Down syndrome, why it needs treating and simple ways to help prevent it. Helps parents know when to seek advice and what to ask for.
Pants4School toilet skill development programme
A step-by-step toilet training programme for parents, starting from sitting on the potty during weaning. Explains each stage in simple steps and helps families build toileting skills at their child’s pace.
Physiotherapy sessions: senses
Written by a children’s physiotherapist, this sheet explains the body’s lesser-known senses, such as balance and body awareness, and suggests everyday movement activities parents can use to support their baby’s development.
Choosing a primary school
Top tips and questions for parents choosing a primary school for their child with Down syndrome, from visiting schools to meeting the SENCO. Helps families make an informed decision that suits their child.
Physiotherapy and your baby with Down syndrome
A guide for new parents with simple physiotherapy activities from birth, including tummy time, side lying, lap play and toy ideas, to support your baby’s strength, movement and early development.