How to Stop Enuresis

Enuresis, or bed-wetting, is a common developmental stage young children go through. This condition affects millions of children worldwide, usually boys more than girls. Bed-wetting is not a behavioral or psychological condition; it is generally caused by diabetes, infections, stress, urogenital problems or genetics. Bed-wetting usually goes away on its own as the child gets older.

Instructions

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  Do not give your child any fluids a few hours before his bedtime. This will prevent a full bladder during sleep. Keep your child hydrated throughout the day by giving him at least 7 glasses of water.

• 2

  Purchase a bed-wetting alarm. An alarm can teach your child to react to bladder sensations during the nighttime. You can find high-quality bed alarms at bedwettingstore.com.

• 3

  Use waterproof sheets and a pair of trainer pants. Continue to use these articles until your child is capable of waking up three nights in a row without wetting the bed.

• 4

  Give positive encouragement and praise to your child for dry nights. This will psychologically help enforce awareness and control over his bladder.

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  Teach your child to control his bladder during the daytime. If he says he has to go to the bathroom, ask him to hold off urinating for a minute--but no longer than two. With each bathroom session, increase the time limit for the child to hold it in. This method will help strengthen his control over his bladder.