The topic of bedwetting is often misunderstood, leading many to mistake myths as facts. So what are the most common myths about bedwetting? Read on to learn the bedwetting truths.
Myth
Bedwetting is a behavioral problem.
Truth
Bedwetting is not a learning problem or a behavioral problem. Children who wet the bed do not do it on purpose; it is neither their fault nor the parents, it is just simply something that happens.
Myth
It's a serious problem.
Truth
There are many children who wet the bed. Often their bladders just haven't grown as fast as the rest of their bodies. There are lots of reasons why children wet the bed. Most of them are nothing to worry about at all.
Myth
There is a cure for bedwetting.
Truth
There is no one cure for bedwetting but there are things that can help you cope. These include GoodNites® absorbent sleepwear, waking your child during the night, the enuresis alarm, and reward schemes.
Myth
It's the parent's fault.
Truth
Bedwetting is no-one's fault. There are many causes and reasons but very few can be influenced by either parent or child.
