138 | Managing Frequent Bathroom Trips and Long Toilet Times in Dementia Care

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss how to address frequent trips to the toilet and long sitting times for people with dementia. We offer practical strategies to manage these toileting challenges, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying causes and providing personalized support. Please note: Certain medications and foods may cause increased frequency of bathroom trips. This episode will cover: — Identifying new versus habitual toileting behaviors — The importance of tracking toileting patterns — Common medical causes — Behavioral reasons — Practical tips and strategies to manage frequent bathroom trips and long sitting times — Upcoming toileting and hygiene mini course information. MENTIONED IN EPISODE: Newsletter | https://letsbambu.com/newsletter Treehouse | ⁠⁠https://letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠ Sign up to the newsletter to be notified when our mini course launches. Join the Treehouse to download our Behavior Tracker and Toileting Habit Tracker. (Paw Pass required) CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.