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Absorbent Undergarments and Special Needs Children
By Lisamarie Sanders
Although consistency is important, there are times when being consistent is less important than being aware of your child's needs. If your child is having a problem with night wetting but wants to attend a sleepover, absorbent undergarments offer a solution. "Gauge the seriousness of the situation," advises Dr. Nold. "How serious would the consequences be if your child has an accident?" For example, wetting at a party or while onstage at a school play would be much more devastating to the child than having an accident at home. So use absorbent pants for important situations, but continue a consistent routine at other times.
It may take several weeks, months or years before a special needs child has the ability to remain dry throughout the day and night. You will need love, patience and understanding for your unique child. Using absorbent underpants can help make the wait as stress-free as possible for all involved, and your special needs child may retain as much dignity as possible during a difficult time in his or her life.
For more information on working through enuresis in special needs kids, visit www.goodnites.com/sn, where you will find valuable information, product news and money-saving offers.
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