The End of Bedwetting: Lighting the Path to Victory.

Does it really matter if your child wins first prize in the spelling bee, scores the winning goal for their soccer team, or wins an award for never missing a day of kindergarten? In fact, to the surprise of many parents, the answer is yes! While I always discuss the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and trying things even if you're not an expert, it's equally important for children to hone their strengths and win. Personal achievements, big or small, are important for improving confidence and self-esteem. A child's well-being depends on a healthy body and a healthy mind. In fact, the two are interdependent. So when one isn't doing well, the other suffers. Parents are in a unique position to lay the foundation on which their children build a strong "inner self." A positive sense of self will help children cope with potentially stressful situations, such as attending a new school, having a new baby sibling, or nighttime problems like bedwetting. Although bedwetting is a common problem affecting more than 5 million children over the age of five, many feel ashamed and embarrassed. That's why it's important to understand their feelings and provide them with accurate information. Bed-wet.com is a trusted resource for parents. When bedtime is no longer a struggle, parents can spend more time bonding with their child. Use these precious moments to talk with your child about one of their accomplishments from the day. Consider asking open-ended questions to get the conversation going and reinforce the positive with heartfelt praise. Try not to give meaningless praise, as your child will become suspicious of you in an instant. Children are like detectives. They can spot a lie from a mile away. Focusing on the positive and eliminating the negative is still excellent advice, especially at night.