For kids who wet the bed, it may seem like there’s no end in sight. When you’re five, two months can feel like two years. That’s why it’s important to periodically remind your child that the problem won’t last forever. Bed wetting can seem like a huge deal to your child. They might feel embarrassed, ashamed, or even angry with themselves. Thinking the problem is going to drag on and on will only make the whole situation seem worse.
A bleak outlook can lead to a “what’s the point?” attitude when you’re trying different techniques to help with the problem.
If someone else in the family, like a big brother or sister, used to wet the bed, have them talk with your child. It might help to see living proof that eventually the problem really does go away. You can sit down with your child and explain in kid-friendly terms what doctors have learned about bed wetting. Tell them that with all the kids in the world who’ve had trouble with wetting the bed, we’ve been able to learn that the problem goes away – and it doesn’t always take a long time.
Pointing out their progress can also help your child see the light (or dry sheets?) at the end of the tunnel.
They’ll realize that with their gradual improvements, the problem is getting smaller and smaller. Eventually, it will just disappear! When your child is feeling calmer and more self-assured, the two of you will have an easier time working on the problem.
Check out our brand new book on bedwetting: Zumar and the Amazing Odyssey into Dry – a great book to read to your child, or for young readers to read to themselves – about causes and treatments for bedwetting. Be sure to sign up for the bedwetting help report while you’re there!
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