Question

Doctor, my baby is now three years old, but she still wets the bed when she sleeps at night. I think she’s old enough to stop this habit. What should I do about my 3-year-old’s night-time bedwetting?

Answer

Hello, based on your description of the symptoms, here are some suggestions for solving the issue of your 3-year-old wetting the bed at night:

  1. Limit Fluid Intake: Avoid giving your baby too much water or milk before bedtime. Excessive fluid intake can lead to bedwetting.
  2. Develop a Wake-Up Habit: Teach your baby to get up and go to the bathroom at night instead of solving the problem in bed. Gradually cultivate a habit of regular waking and bathroom visits.
  3. Encourage and Reward: Praise and reward your baby when they successfully avoid wetting the bed to reinforce positive behavior. By following these methods, you can correct your 3-year-old’s night-time bedwetting problem and help them establish a proper nighttime urination habit. Wishing your baby good health.