How to Treat Bed-Wetting

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:TreatBedWetting
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How to Treat Bed-Wetting

Introduction

Occasional bed-wetting is normal for children. Follow these simple steps to reduce the occurrence of bed-wetting.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Steps

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Step One

Praise your child when he or she stays dry.
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Step Two

Reward dry nights with a sticker or small toy.
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Step Three

Try bladder training. Once a day, have your child hold his or her urine for a few minutes past the first sensation of the need to urinate.
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Step Four

Use waterproof sheets or mattress pads to avoid soiling the mattress while your child is learning not to wet the bed.

Tips & Warnings

  • Do not scold a child for bed-wetting; you may worsen the problem.
  • If your child is over the age of 6 and has rarely had a dry night or if bed-wetting is a major problem for you and your child, consult your health care provider for an evaluation.
  • If your child has been dry for awhile and then begins wetting the bed this may be a sign of a problem such as stress, diabetes, or infection. Consult your health care provider for evaluation.
  • Call your health care provider when your child has painful, bloody, or cloudy urination or abdominal pain.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Mattress Pads
  • Small Toys
  • Stickers
  • Waterproof Sheets
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