Category Archives: Readiness

Tips for Knowing When to Start a Bedwetting Alarm

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Renee Mercer, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Most children are able to stay dry at night by age 5, however, 15% of 5 year olds and 5 % of 10 year olds continue to have nighttime wetting. Bedwetting does become less frequent as children get older, but … Continue reading →

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Washable Underpads for Beds

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Renee Mercer, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

What is a good alternative to spending so much money on disposable bed pads and pull-ups for my 4 year old daughter who still wets some nights? Many families struggle with knowing when to discontinue disposables without having a large … Continue reading →

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Helping Older Kids with Bedwetting: 3 Things to Know

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Renee Mercer, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

1. Implement treatment even if they do not seem motivated or bothered by the wetting. Sometimes children, age 10-teen, feel hopeless that there is a solution. You may have already unsuccessfully tried some things, such as limiting night fluids, urinating … Continue reading →

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