Question
Children urinate frequently at night, 3 to 5 times, and they don’t wake up.
Answer
It is normal for children under 3 years old to have frequent nighttime urination, which is medically referred to as physiological enuresis. Most children stop bedwetting at around 5 years old. If a child is still wetting the bed at least twice a month after the age of 5, it is considered a medical condition known as “nocturnal enuresis.” First, check for the possibility of a hidden spinal bifida and be mindful to avoid excessive fatigue during the day to prevent deep sleep that may prevent waking up to urinate. Additionally, limit fluid intake before bedtime to reduce nighttime urine output. It is recommended to purchase an alarm clock to remind the child to urinate at night.