Even the best potty trained child can have a nighttime accident. Nearly half of all children still wet the bed at age 3. Even at age 5 doctors consider bed wetting normal, as one on five kids still wet the bed. (Source: WebMD). So when is the right time to be concerned about bed wetting? Generally, if your child still can’t stay dry overnight by age 6, it might be time to consult your pediatrician.
Reasons
There are many causes of bed wetting. Generally, bed wetting is caused by a child's normal, under-developed bladder. It can also be caused by your child simply lacking the trigger to wake from sleep to empty their bladder.
Sometimes kids can regress during or after potty training due to stress such as a new sibling, a death of a close family member, a change in school or other event. It could also be a call out for attention, particularly during stressful times.
A Few Quick Tips To Help
· Limit liquids before bed
· Have your child visit the potty several times before bedtime
· Don’t punish your child for the accident
· Have them participate in cleaning up but not as a punishment
· Use positive encouragement and rewards for staying dry at night
If you suspect that your child has a urinary tract infection, diabetes, or some other medical problem, take them to your pediatrician.
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