Bedwetting in Teens: Effective Strategies & Solutions

- Reduce fluid intake before bedtime.

- Double void before bed by having your child urinate twice within 10-15 minutes of each other before going to bed.

- Avoid drinks with caffeine or high acid contents in the evening.

- Wake up your child during the night to urinate. The ideal times are 11pm to midnight and around 3 am.

- Consider using a moisture alarm. A battery-powered moisture-sensitive device that sounds an alarm when it comes in contact with liquid; this can help to train your child to wake up when the feel the urge to urinate.

- Set a regular toileting schedule during the day. Encourage your child to urinate every two to three hours, even if she does not feel the urge to go.

- If none of these methods work, talk to your doctor about medications that can help treat bed-wetting.