Is a 5 yr old wetting the bed MULTIPLE times per night worrying...?

[Anonymous]

I have 2 boys 7 and almost 6. They both wet at night on a regular basis. I still prefer diapers for them. Diapers fit higher on the waistline and protect better against leaks around the legs in my opinion. They also have wetness indicators and make late night changings easier if needed. Almost every store has diapers in size 7 or you can buy them online. My oldest is almost 50 pounds and fit him fine. I wouldn't be concerned about bed wetting just mention it at his Pediatrician appointment.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I second getting him checked for diabetes. Excessive peeing is a major indicator.

Not only at night. Doesn't make sense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I would not worry about the frequency if it is all at once. Things like constipation, diabetes, etc. would be an issue in the daytime also.

I would focus on helping him figure out what he needs to take care of it himself at night. A nightlight? Multiple layers of sheets so he can strip them away as needed? Nighttime diapers or doublers instead of pullups? A reward (not for being dry, but for not coming to wake you up) Etc. Try brainstorming with him and the internet.

Once should be night.
Don't worry about medical issues if the peeing is all at night. Concentrate instead on helping him manage it himself until morning.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I second getting him checked for diabetes. Excessive peeing is a major indicator.

uhh...no? It is an sign that hes a little kid that doesnt have the development just yet to not pee himself in the night. which is very typical at this age. Dont worry about this OP.

[Anonymous]

If you haven't bought them already OP Target was having a sale on their overnight diapers. Up and Up brand. They've been excellent on our boys. I believe they sell doublers there as well.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My ped says they don’t even discuss it as an issue until 7, especially if there is family history.

My ped said that he will discuss it after 8. She suggested diaper, waterproof bedding and waking him up so he could pee at around 4 am. I put the alarm for a week and would guide him to the bathroom to pee. He started doing it on his own after a week and never had an accident after that.

It is not an issue.

However, if your kid is peeing a lot during the day and is always thirsty, please get him checked for diabetes.

Also, sometimes deworming also helps with bedwetting.