Question
My baby is three years old and still frequently wets the bed, especially at night. I want to know what causes this and if there are any methods that can help improve the situation?
Answer
Bedwetting at night in children may be a sign of enuresis, and the reasons could include genetics, deep sleep, bladder maturity, and emotional stress. It may also be associated with asymptomatic bacterial urinary tract infection and hypercalciuria. Parents can try reducing the child’s fluid intake before bedtime, training them to urinate regularly, and waking the child up before the expected time of bedwetting. If these methods are ineffective, it is recommended to consult a doctor for further examination and treatment.