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Date Posted: 09:18:24 10/22/24 Tue
Author: British Mum
Subject: Re: Catheters
In reply to: Anne1 's message, "Re: Catheters" on 03:56:34 10/22/24 Tue

>>>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 .


Anne - I do have a nurse friend but not sure how willing she’d be to come and help with mine. How did you’re a react the first time when it was your friend doing it vs how they react now you do it? Also how old are they?

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