Bedwetting: How to prepare for the holidays?

Bedwetting, prepare for summer camp Summer vacation is almost here, and you're worried about your child's bedwetting problems. He's going to summer camp to meet his friends, but you don't want his stay to turn into a nightmare. How can you solve this conundrum? prepares your child's departure with you. Some basic concepts: Bedwetting: A Common Problem Isolated nocturnal enuresis, the infamous bedwetting, is very common in children under 15 years old. It is estimated that 600,000 children between the ages of 5 and 15 experience this problem. While there is no point in dramatizing the situation, after the age of 5, it is high time to take care of it and tackle the problem head on. Indeed, bedwetting can be a source of anxiety, conflict, shame, and even ridicule for the child, so there is no point in increasing their burden: you have to take care of it! First step: The problem must be detected. Bedwetting, which has been ignored for too long, must be truly addressed as early as possible so that the child can receive treatment. If they are listened to, understood, and helped, their problem will be much easier to live with. Going to summer camp or a school trip is possible! While bedwetting is a daily concern throughout the year, it becomes even more problematic as the holidays approach. Your child dreams of going to summer camp or to a friend's house, but you don't dare send them. On the contrary, they refuse to go because of their bedwetting. Stop, it's not inevitable! With a little foresight and preparation for the trip, it's entirely possible to give them the vacation of their dreams. The first step is to properly prepare for the trip . To ensure your child leaves with peace of mind, you need to address the problem with them well before departure. It's a good idea to start a few months in advance to try to resolve the problem completely. So consult a doctor who will be able to guide you in the decisions to be made. If he's not completely "cured" of his bedwetting, don't panic, he can still go. We have deliberately divided these phases into a calendar to help you find your way around. At least 2 months before the date of your vacation: This is the ideal way to start a long-term treatment . Why not talk to him openly about it? This is the opportunity to visit our blog www.bed-wet.com and browse the different categories with him. Considering treatment with an alarm is a great motivation for your vacation. We can help you find the right alarm that will suit you with just a call. By starting treatment before the holidays, you will have a better chance of a complete cure. D- 1 month: We can always consider treatment with an alarm, but when choosing one, we must take into account that it must be transportable and discreet. It is also an opportunity to put into practice a hygiene rule that he will keep during his vacation: Regular bedtimes No consumption of sweets and soft drinks after 5 p.m. The child will be able to drink as much water as he wants Empty your bladder thoroughly before going to bed Go to the toilet often during the day Have a change of clothes near your bed in case of a nighttime accident (clean underwear, a terry towel and wipes) Depending on the child's age, avoid caffeine and theine. D – 10 days before departure: Don't panic, if it's not clean or if the treatment is not yet finished, we advise you: Continue treatment during the holidays. You can contact us at 09 52 94 21 09 for information on recommendations. Bring disposable pads: (We can help you select the best type of pads based on your child's age and type of bedwetting or incontinence.) We can of course discreetly deliver the protections directly to the center. Your child will not need to carry them. We will just need a contact (first and last name) + the child's first and last name and the address of the holiday camp. We advise you to notify the holiday center. Many centers are aware of the problem of bedwetting and will be able to reassure you about your stay. Tips from : Absorbent panties look exactly like regular underwear, but they are extremely absorbent. This means neither the bed nor the pajamas will be wet when he wakes up; just discreetly throw the underwear away and that's it. If his bedwetting is a bit more severe, we recommend the worry-free kit with complete diapers. No one will notice the small problem. You'll also need to recommend that your child go to the bathroom regularly throughout the day. Finally, remember to notify the camp counselors, but especially the health assistant for the stay, of the problem so they know how to handle it with your child with confidence. But also so they can intervene in case they forget their underwear or any other problem. The main thing is to give your child confidence so they can have a peaceful vacation. There will always be time to address the root of the problem upon return.