How can I stop my 13 year old child from wetting the bed have tried everything she is not special needs and doctor cant find any reason for it?
- Reduce fluid intake before bedtime.
- Double void before bed by having your child urinate twice within 10-15 minutes of each other before going to bed.
- Avoid drinks with caffeine or high acid contents in the evening.
- Wake up your child during the night to urinate. The ideal times are 11pm to midnight and around 3 am.
- Consider using a moisture alarm. A battery-powered moisture-sensitive device that sounds an alarm when it comes in contact with liquid; this can help to train your child to wake up when the feel the urge to urinate.
- Set a regular toileting schedule during the day. Encourage your child to urinate every two to three hours, even if she does not feel the urge to go.
- If none of these methods work, talk to your doctor about medications that can help treat bed-wetting.
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