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Daytime wetting

Daytime wetting is anything from damp patches in your child’s pants to a full-blown wee accident. Our expert information can help children stop wetting.

Children wetting themselves during the day is very common: one in seven children aged four and one in 20 children aged nine are affected. You and your family are not alone in dealing with this issue. We are here to help and our information can guide you through stopping the wee accidents.

Daytime wetting: FAQs

Daytime wetting: FAQs

Answers to common questions about daytime wetting in children covering drinks, frequency, how boys should wee, special toilet seats, holding on and nappies. Read more

Published: 26th April, 2016

Updated: 11th February, 2020

Author: Kerry Vevers

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Causes of daytime wetting

Causes of daytime wetting

Daytime wetting has several potential causes. It’s important to know the reason why wee accidents are happening in order to properly treat the child. Read more

Published: 25th April, 2016

Updated: 29th October, 2017

Author: Kerry Vevers

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How to stop or manage daytime wetting

How to stop or manage daytime wetting

For your child to stop having wetting accidents they need to drink plenty, exercise the bladder and relax. They might need medication and other treatment too. Read more

Published: 24th April, 2016

Updated: 4th July, 2017

Author: Kerry Vevers

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