Dry Bed, Dry Eyes: Overcoming Bedwetting
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
Staying dry through the night is a milestone in the toilet training process. By 5 years of age, most children are able to go through the night without having an accident. But despite being able to use the bathroom normally during the day, many children older than 5 wet their beds regularly, a condition called nocturnal enuresis. Some continue to struggle with bed-wetting into their teen years.
Here are some of the reasons why your child may be wetting the bed:
Wetting the bed can be very upsetting for your child. It can affect your child's self-esteem and cause anxiety — especially if your child is going to a sleepover at a friend’s house. It’s important that you offer lots of love and support; let your child know you are there to help him or her overcome the problem. In addition, try the following:
The Division of Urology at CHOP is a leader in treating all types of urological conditions in children, including bedwetting.
Contributed by: Patrick S. Pasquariello, MD
Categories: Weekly Health Tips, Sleep
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