How to deal with bedwetting
However, doing nothing about it or punishing the child for bedwetting can worsen the situation and cause prolongation of the problem. Taking simple steps at home can result in faster recovery.
However, if the problem persists beyond six years of age or if you notice any signs of infection of the urinary organs, take your child to a doctor immediately.
Always reassure your child that this is a common problem that he/she can overcome easily.
Make sure that you follow some of these following steps during home treatment for bedwetting:
- Ensure the child visits the toilet at regular intervals during the day and the evening to ensure that he/she does not hold urine for long periods of time
- Ask your child to urinate before going to the bed
- Reduce the amount of fluid intake in the late evenings or just before sleep
- Remember to reward your child for ‘dry nights
- Involve your child in changing sheets after a wet night and putting it to laundry; remember not to scold or punish him/her for that
Bedwetting alarms are available in some stores that ring as soon as the child starts urinating in the bed. The child can be woken up and made to visit the bathroom for urination. Using this for a few nights can enable the child to wake up in case he feels like urinating.
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Written by: healthplus24 team
Date last updated: April 20, 2012