How to Catheterize
Catheterizing a child can feel overwhelming at first, but the right guidance can make the process easier and more comfortable for both you and your child. Pediatric catheters (typically 10 inches long) offer a safe and simple way to drain your child’s bladder. Below, you’ll find step-by-step video guides to help you and your child learn to cath confidently and comfortably.
Whether you need help finding the right pediatric catheter for your child or if you have any questions, our friendly Pediatric Catheter Specialists are here to help.
How to Use Male Pediatric Catheters For Boys
To assist parents/caregivers and their boys in learning how to cath, 180 Medical offers the following helpful resources.
Pediatric Catheterization Instructions and Videos for Boys
Pediatric Catheters for Boys
A message about pediatric catheters from 180 Medical Founder Todd Brown.
This personalized catheterization video guide provides step-by-step catheterization instructions, including options for users in wheelchairs.
BD’s instructional video breaks down the urinary system and how catheters work in this unique, easy-to-understand video. Learn how to use the Magic3 hydrophilic pediatric catheter for boys.
This instructional video shows you how to use the Rusch MMG H2O Hydrophilic Closed System Catheter.
Video demonstrating how to use the Rusch MMG Closed System Catheter.
A video demonstrating how to use the MTG Kiddie-Kath® urinary pediatric catheter designed for children.
Printable Literature and Activity Books – How to Catheterize for Boys
- insert_drive_fileBoys – How to Use a Straight Catheter – 180 Medical
- insert_drive_fileBoys – How to Use a Hydrophilic Catheter – 180 Medical
- insert_drive_fileBoys – How to Use a Closed System – 180 Medical
- insert_drive_fileHow to Catheterize Through a Stoma – 180 Medical
- insert_drive_fileParent’s Guide to Intermittent Catheterization – LoFric
- insert_drive_fileEthan Can Cath!
- insert_drive_filePediatric Urinary Tract Infections – Spina Bifida Association (SBA)
- insert_drive_fileFelix & Julia Activity Book – LoFric
- insert_drive_fileDerek the Dolphin – LoFric
- insert_drive_fileMy Catheter Activity Book for Boys – Coloplast
- insert_drive_fileA Boys’ Guide to Using a Catheter – Hollister and Pediatric Urology Nurses and Specialists (PUNS)
- insert_drive_fileRussell Goes to Camp – Hollister
- insert_drive_fileRussell Swimming Success (Bowel) – Hollister
- insert_drive_fileHarry’s Story – Pediatric Coloring Book – Hollister
Please note that this is intended to provide a general understanding of self-catheterization. It should not be used in place of a visit, call, or consultation with a physician or other healthcare provider.