Why is my child wetting the bed?

We all start off wetting the bed. The process of becoming dry is a learned one but, for some children, this subconscious skill takes longer to learn than others...

The Bedwetting Alphabet

This August, we're writing our own Bedwetting Alphabet!

Starting to use a bedwetting alarm: top 5 tips

Here's our guide to getting started with the bedwetting alarm treatment...

Who can I talk to about bedwetting?

Because many people can be embarrassed to discuss bedwetting, it can be difficult to know who to get help from and who to talk to. This means that children and parents often feel as though they are the only ones suffering from bedwetting, but it is actually very common. Here’s our guide to some helpful people that you might choose to talk to about bedwetting…

Making Progress With A Progress Chart

Progress charts are an important part of the bedwetting alarm treatment, helping your child to reach dry nights as quickly as possible. But how should they be used and why are they important?

Does my child need a bedwetting alarm?

Are you wondering if your child needs a bedwetting alarm? Here we cover some of the key points to think about when considering whether a bedwetting alarm is right for your child.

Bedwetting Myths Busted

In this blog post we look at some bedwetting myths that may be slowing down your child's progress to becoming dry at night.....

Why is it important to cure bedwetting?

Bedwetting is completely normal for children under the age of 5. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that treatment should occur for bedwetting in children aged 5 and over that still wet the bed regularly. There are many reasons why it is important to cure bedwetting…

6 Simple Steps To Take When The Bedwetting Alarm Sounds

We realise that you might be a bit bleary eyed when your child’s bedwetting alarm goes off in the middle of the night. Here we highlight 6 simple steps to take when the alarm sounds. This should help to make it as easy as possible for you and your child to get the most out of the bedwetting alarm treatment and achieve dry nights as quickly as possible!

What sensor should my child use?

A bedwetting alarm system consists of 2 components: the alarm and the sensor. The sensor detects the first drop of urine and the alarm alerts your child to wake up when this happens. We’ve previously discussed the key things to consider when choosing a bedwetting alarm but it is also important to make sure that the sensor you choose is the right one for your child.......

The Bedwetting Doctor's "Top Tips" Explained

If you have visited our website before, you may have already come across our “Top Tips” for using a bedwetting alarm. In this blog post we explain why this advice is important and how it will help your child get the most out of their bedwetting alarm treatment, to help your child succeed in becoming permanently dry at night.....

How does an alarm cure bedwetting?

All children start off as bedwetters. By around the age of 5, most children have developed the ability to control their bladders whilst they are asleep, enabling them to stay dry until morning. However, for some children this natural link between the brain and the bladder can take a little longer to develop. A bedwetting alarm works by speeding up this brain-bladder link in children aged 5+ that are still wetting at night......

How Common Is Bedwetting?

Bedwetting is very normal for younger children – in fact, around 30% of 4 year olds are thought to wet the bed. It is only considered to be a problem after the age of 5. Treatment is recommended after the age of 5 if bedwetting is troublesome and, in particular, for children that regularly wet the bed beyond the age of 7...

4 steps to choosing the best bedwetting alarm for your child

The variety of bedwetting alarms available can be overwhelming. The questions below can help you decide which alarm is most suitable for your child's needs and ensure that you cure bedwetting in the most effective way possible....

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New Year’s Resolution: To Cure Bedwetting

Is your New Year’s resolution to tackle your child’s bedwetting problem? Read our Top 10 tips for getting the most out of your bedwetting alarm treatment. 

5 signs of success in becoming dry at night

The path to becoming dry at night is a gradual one. It is important to note any signs of progress so that your child can stay motivated. Even small signs of improvement mark successes in the journey to becoming dry at night....

Should I restrict how much my child drinks?

Parents often think that they should restrict the amount that their child drinks if they are bedwetting. However, it is important not to restrict your child’s fluid intake if they are regularly wetting their bed. If you limit your child’s fluid intake, your child’s bladder will adjust to holding less fluid. This means that your child will need to empty their bladder more regularly.....

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