Bedwetting is common and often runs in families. It can be upsetting, but most children will grow out of it.
There are many reasons why a child might wet the bed. Causes include:
- not feeling the need to pee while sleeping
- making too much pee at night
- stress at home or at school
Bedwetting is normal but there are things you can do to help your child:
Do
- give your child enough water to drink during the day
- make sure your child goes to the toilet regularly, around 4 to 7 times a day, including just before bedtime
- agree with your child on rewards for positive actions, such as a sticker for every time they use the toilet before bed
- use waterproof covers on their mattress and duvet
- make sure they have easy access to a toilet at night
Don’t
- do not punish your child – it is not their fault and can make bedwetting worse
- do not give your child drinks containing caffeine, such as cola, tea and coffee – this can make them pee more
