Supporting bowel, bladder, and pelvic health for children and teens
At Whole Kids Co., we care for the whole child—body, mind, and nervous system. Pediatric pelvic floor therapy is a specialized service that helps children and teens improve bowel and bladder function, reduce pain, and better understand how their bodies work.
What Is Pediatric Pelvic Floor Therapy?
Pediatric pelvic floor therapy focuses on the muscles and nerves that help control bowel and bladder function. These muscles also work closely with breathing, posture, and core strength.
When these systems are not working together, children may experience constipation, accidents, pain, or difficulty recognizing when they need to use the bathroom. Pelvic floor therapy helps determine whether muscles need strengthening, relaxation, or improved coordination to support healthy function.
Who Can Benefit?
Pelvic floor therapy may benefit children and teens experiencing:
- Constipation or encopresisBowel or urinary accidents
- Leakage, urgency, or frequent urination
- Bedwetting or nighttime urination
- Frequent UTIs or gastrointestinal concerns
- Sensory or toileting challenges
- Pelvic pain or discomfort
Teen & Young Adult Pelvic Health
We also provide trauma-informed pelvic health support for teens and young adults, including:
- Chronic or recurring pelvic pain
- Menstrual cramps
- Endometriosis or PCOS
- Pain with insertion (tampons or medical exams)
- Hormone-related pelvic concerns
Our approach emphasizes education, comfort, independence, and body awareness.
Why Pelvic Floor Therapy Matters
Pelvic floor challenges are more common than many families realize, yet pediatric pelvic floor therapy is not widely available. Early support can help children develop healthy bathroom habits, improve comfort, and build lifelong body awareness.
This therapy also addresses the mind-body connection, recognizing that stress, sensory processing, and nervous system regulation play an important role in bowel, bladder, and pelvic health—especially for children with autism or anxiety.
What to Expect in Therapy
Sessions are individualized, child-centered, and developmentally appropriate. Therapy may include:
- Education on healthy bowel and bladder habits
- Breathing, posture, and core coordination
- Pelvic muscle strengthening or relaxation
- External biofeedback and sensory tools
- Diet, hydration, and habit-tracking strategies
- Hygiene education and independence support
- Personalized home programs for carryover
Internal assessments are only considered when appropriate, typically after age 12, and are always consent-based with parent involvement.
Schedule an Intake Today
If you recognize any of these challenges in your child, an evaluation may be beneficial.
Call us at: 719-344-9342 to schedule an evaluation.
Before the appointment, we will check if we accept your insurance. Or fill out the form below.