How One Mom Uses Diet to Support Her Child’s Bladder Health

Camille Robinson, a mom creator with Aeroflow Urology, has learned the power of paying close attention to how food choices affect her son Maison’s bladder health and behavior.

Her journey began when she decided to eliminate artificial dyes from her son Maison’s diet after hearing another mom share how dyes worsened her child’s attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Camille started with a simple change — cutting out red dye 40 in juice — and within 30 days, she noticed dramatic improvements. Maison’s hyperactivity decreased, and to her surprise, his bathroom habits also improved. Before, he would frequently urinate in inappropriate places around the house; after eliminating dyes, this behavior stopped.

Encouraged by these results, Camille continued removing all artificial dyes from Maison’s diet and began paying closer attention to how other foods affected him. She noticed, for example, that foods with high water content, like watermelon, also influenced his bladder control. Through careful observation, she began to see clear connections between diet, incontinence and behavior.

The school setting presented challenges, especially when teachers offered candy or popsicles as rewards. Camille recalls having to advocate strongly for her son when a teacher gave him a bright-colored firecracker popsicle, knowing it would likely trigger symptoms. Over time, consistent communication with educators helped reinforce the dietary boundaries she had set at home.

Camille also shared her practical approach to school lunches. Investing in a lunchbox with a thermos allowed her to send fresh, warm meals that Maison enjoys, such as rice dishes, ground beef, chicken and beans. She balances familiar favorites with occasional new foods, introducing one item at a time to expand his palate. Mindful of classroom allergies, she avoids peanut butter and relies on creative alternatives.

Her advice to other parents is simple but powerful: pay attention and track patterns. Camille suggests keeping a food and behavior journal for at least two weeks to uncover potential connections between diet, incontinence and behavior. This practice, she says, can reveal surprising triggers — whether artificial dyes, gluten or other food sensitivities — and empower parents to make meaningful changes.

Ultimately, Camille’s story emphasizes that while managing a child’s bladder condition can be overwhelming, small steps like adjusting diet, staying consistent and journaling can make a significant difference in both health and quality of life.