Don’t Get Upset
The worst thing you want to do is get angry with your child when you find out he or she is wetting the bed. Your anger will further the problem and probably make it worse. The reason is that your child is likely to prolong the problem because your anger will add more stress and pressure on the child to stay dry. In cases where trauma or stress is the root cause, anger will surely make the problem worse.
It is essential to understand that wetting the bed is often uncontrollable and it is happening when the child is sleeping. It doesn’t make sense to get angry with the child because it is not possible for the child to voluntarily stop wetting the bed while asleep.
Instead of getting angry, try to make it a point not to make a big deal about accidents. It is vital that you address the situation with your child in a way that is calm and comforting. Do not worry about the accident unless your child is really embarrassed or worried and specifically asks you for help.
Parents who choose to not talk about the issue with their child can also create further problems. By not discussing the issue, the child may think that he or she is the only one going through it. It is essential to give assurance to your child that you will work through the problem together and create an understanding that it is very typical for your child’s age group.
Some studies have even suggested that wetting the bed is a hereditary trait passed on from one generation to the next. If you or someone else in your family has experienced it as a young child, make sure to let your child know about your own experiences and give reassurance that this is a normal stage that your child will grow out of very quickly.
