About Bedwetting

Bedwetting Explained for Kids by If you still wet the bed, it might reassure you to know that there are thousands of children who feel the same way as you. In France, 500,000 children do this every year, and 7 million in the United States. So you see, you're really not alone. Almost as common as asthma in children Bedwetting late into childhood is more common than you might think. Nearly 10% of 5- to 15-year-olds wet their beds to some extent. In Belgium, more than 150,000 children are affected. Most cases concern children under 8 years old. In your development, this is just a stage to reach, and it's important to keep in mind that nighttime potty training is usually mastered last. So don't panic, there are solutions and tips that we'll teach you in this blog. Ask your parents to visit the blog; there are plenty of useful tips. Yes, bedwetting runs in the family. Do you know what bedwetting is? Bedwetting or enuresis is the same thing: involuntary urination after the age when bladder control should be established. It is only considered a problem from the age of 5, because it is not until then that you are expected to be clean at night. 70% of children stop wetting the bed before they are 7 years old. Be patient because your turn will come . The stress and embarrassment of bedwetting make the situation seem worse than it really is. Some parents are eager to get this "problem" over with, when they'll actually get better results by being patient, encouraging, and letting you potty train at your own pace. Two types of bedwetting There are two types of bedwetting that we will explain to you: Primary enuresis , a medical term used if you have never been toilet trained at night, is the most common type. It usually depends on physical maturity, and affects children who have not yet learned to recognize the sensation of a full bladder when they are asleep. This type of enuresis usually goes away on its own before the age of 15. So be patient. We'll explain how to live with bedwetting. It can also be treated with alarms. If you're ready, ask your mom or dad to check out the articles we publish on this topic. Secondary enuresis occurs when you start wetting the bed again after a long period of being potty trained. This can be the result of emotions related to starting school or family problems, although sometimes there is no explanation at all. If this is the problem you have, then ask your parents to see a doctor who will help you. He will run some tests that we explain here. More common in boys than in girls While there isn't a specific type of child who is more prone to bedwetting, boys are more affected than girls. Experts aren't sure why, but studies suggest that girls tend to gain bladder control earlier than boys. Boys account for 60% of cases, which is why there are underwear specifically designed for older children. Did you like this article? Then check out the other articles. You'll find plenty of advice and tips. Living with bedwetting isn't a problem. You know, you're not the only one in your class.