How do you stop peeing the bed?
Tips for stopping bedwetting:
- Bladder training: Try to gradually increase the length of time between toilet visits during the day. Avoid drinking a lot of fluid close to bedtime.
- Limit fluids in the evening: Avoid drinking too many fluids in the hours leading up to bedtime, especially caffeinated or alcoholic beverages.
- Double void: Before bed, try to urinate twice in a row, with a few minutes in between.
- Wake-up alarm: Set an alarm to wake yourself up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom, especially if you have a large bladder.
- Avoid constipation: Make sure to eat a diet with plenty of fiber and drink enough water to avoid constipation, which can put pressure on the bladder.
- Relaxation techniques: If anxiety is a factor, try relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation before bed.
- Bedwetting alarms: There are special alarms designed to wake a person up when they start to urinate in bed. The alarm creates an association between the feeling of needing to urinate and waking up.
- Medication: In some cases, medication may be necessary to treat underlying medical conditions that cause bedwetting. Talk to your doctor if bedwetting persists despite trying the above tips.
- Avoid foods and beverages that can irritate your bladder: This includes caffeinated drinks, alcohol, spicy foods, and foods high in acidity, such as citrus fruits and tomatoes.
- Keep a sleep log: Track your fluid intake, sleep habits, and urination habits to identify any patterns that may be contributing to your bedwetting.
- Set up a comfortable and relaxing bedtime routine: This may include taking a warm bath, reading a book, or listening to calming music. Establish a regular sleep schedule and stick to it as much as possible, even on weekends.