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Are Dry Nights Ahead?

Signs That Your Child Is Outgrowing Bedwetting

By Amy Carey Bowman

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Broadhurst takes every opportunity to support her daughter through this difficult phase. "I do let her know how proud I am of her by giving her an extra hug," she says.

Bedwetting can be traumatic and stressful for the whole family, no matter how old your child is and no matter how long she's been wetting the bed. Be confident that most children do outgrow bedwetting and this won't last forever. Castle, for one, takes comfort in her doctor's advisement that Maddy should be totally dry within two or three years.

Until then, remember how powerful your support is to your child. Patience and a positive attitude mean the world to him.

What to Watch For

So what are some signs that your child may be outgrowing bedwetting? Dr. D. Preston Smith, pediatric urologist and founder of PottyMD.com, tells parents that a child may be on the road to triumph over bedwetting when:

  • He develops completely dry nights.
  • The number of dry nights per week increases.
  • He awakens during the night to use the restroom.
  • Any daytime urine problems completely disappear.
  • The trend of increased dry nights is sustained.


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