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>>>If a catheter is inserted correctly, it doesn't hurt >>>at all! At most, it takes a little getting used to at >>>first. >>>The catheter has the great advantage that urine >>>control is completely eliminated and the constant >>>wetting in no amount means that the diaper lasts an >>>incredibly long time. >>>At the same time, the children become very aware of >>>their dependency on diapers. A fantastic educational >>>measure. >>>On the other hand, an open catheter in the diaper >>>always means a fairly high risk of infection. Either >>>the time period should not be exaggerated, or the >>>bladder must be regularly flushed with a solution of >>>ascorbic acid (vitamin C) to prevent infections. We >>>always use Foley catheters, which are secured with a >>>balloon in the bladder to prevent them from slipping >>>out or being deliberately pulled out. Catheters are >>>equally suitable for boys and girls, although >>>inserting them is of course a little more complicated >>>and difficult for boys than for girls. The thickness >>>and length should always be adapted to the individual >>>diapered child. I would be happy to support you if >you >>>need advice. >> >>I would love some support please Mary. It would be >>foley catheters that I am looking to use, yes. Mine >>are 8M and 13F, so what size would I need for each for >>a balance of safety and discomfort? >> >>What supplies do I need to insert them, and how do I >>do it? Also, are they painful when being inserted? >>Would I need an assistant? > >> When first starting DD my nurse friend put my >daughters catheter in for me and showed me how to do >it .

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