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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are hosting our first sleepover for DD8 with her best friend coming over. I got a call from best friend's mom saying that her daughter wets the bed, and she will be fine if she wears something at night. She will send a couple of night pull ups, but wanted to let me know as her daughter might be too embarrassed to put them on and then feel worse by either trying to stay awake all night or actually wetting her pyjamas.

How do I manage it, I am not going to tell my DD but I guess are they obvious, is there some things I should do to make her feel better or comfortable? Do I talk to her to make sure she's not going to try and stay awake, or would that make her upset? DD was dry before 3, so I've not had to manage this for a long time?

This is her first sleepover either at her own house or someone else's and I have a really good relationship with her, she's so friendly and polite. I don't want her to be in tears and not wanting more sleepovers  as I assume there's nothing she can do about it.[/quote]

When she arrives, just make sure she has everything she needs for the night, like her pull-ups and pajamas. After she gets changed, there’s no need to check her bag — you can simply ask if she was able to get ready and if she needs anything else. If she forgets, just give her a quiet, gentle reminder before bed. That was usually enough at sleepovers with my daughter.

If she’s wearing a regular-fit T-shirt, the pull-up might be a little noticeable or make a bit of rustling when she walks, and that’s completely normal. Just be mindful not to draw attention to it. The most important thing is helping her feel comfortable, supported, and not self-conscious. If she seems unsure, you can reassure her that everything is okay and she’s in a safe, understanding place.[/quote]

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