How to Cope With Daytime Wetting

Daytime wetting is a normal part of toilet training, but when your child has full control of his bladder -- usually around his fourth birthday -- he should not be having regular accidents during the day. Unfortunately, according to the New Zealand Continence Association, about 4 percent of children between the ages of 4 and 12 suffer from enuresis, or accidental daytime wetting. Enuresis is sometimes caused by a minor physical problem, so it's important to see a doctor if your child over 5 is suffering from daytime wetting. In the meantime, there are some things you can do to help at home.

Instructions

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      Be patient. Give your child plenty of time on the toilet. Often, a child who has to go to the bathroom is in a hurry -- especially at school. When this happens, the child tenses up on the toilet, and the outlet valve does not fully open to release all of the urine. A bit is usually left behind. Later, the remaining urine is released, and the child has an accident.

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      Remind your child to go to the bathroom. In some young children, the problem is not physical, but rather emotional: They are too busy playing or working to want to stop and use the bathroom.

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      Talk to your child's teachers. This is especially important if your child has a diagnosed physical problem such as nerve problems or a weak bladder. In these cases, the child should be given special permission to go to the bathroom whenever necessary.

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      Keep your child hydrated. This may feel counter-intuitive, but a bladder that fills quickly is easier to feel than one that fills slowly. Children who try not to drink in order to avoid having an accident only make the problem worse, according to the Pediatric Society of New Zealand.

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      Avoid giving your child carbonated or caffeinated drinks.

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      Show understanding and sensitivity. Never berate your child. Let her know that you are on her side and that you will do whatever it takes to help.

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