my neice is six almost seven and still wets on herself during the day and during the night?

Question

she will be 7 in march she lives with her mamaw and papaw her father is never around maybe once or twice a month and her mother is around but not much either and they both have never really had anything to do with her life my self i think there is a major problem but they have never took her to a doctor about it what could be the problem? any help

Answer 1

Take her to a urologist. She does indeed have a problem! Also, the best thing you can do for her is to make her start and stop peeing several times EACH TIME she goes to the bathroom. This strengthens the muscles. Also, keep in mind she might be doing it for psychologic reasons.

Answer 2

There could be a physical problem, and there could be an emotional problem. If the problem is emotional, try to watch the child when she's at play. Small children frequently act out their fear, anger and possibly abuse, in their play-acting with dolls. Either way, a physician should check her for a fungus in the bladder. Children are highly susceptable to fungal problems, especially since doctors are often quick to give antibiotics for all the illnesses that children get.
Antibiotics kill off the healthy (good) bacteria that live in the intestines. This allows the fungus to flourish and their activity inhibits the body's self-defense and proper functions.

If the child has had a series of antibiotics within the last two years, and doesn't eat yogurt (the kind that contains live acidophilus - like Dannon, All Natural Plain Yogurt) or other such foods, the good bacteria won't replenish itself.

There are also available such items as: Pro-Biotics (should be available in the vitamin/supplement section of your drug store or health food store). They contain live cultures that re-plenish those good bacteria to help the body help itself (the immune system at work). The Pro-biotics are made to go through the stomach and into the intestines before they come apart, other-wise the stomach acids would destroy them. If the child cannot swallow pills, try giving it to her in a spoonful of yogurt. Tell her to swallow it without chewing it. That helps it slip down the throat, then follow with a glass of water.

I had a child who had bet-wetting problems. I fussed and fumed when I had to get up during the night to change bedding and clothing, and my poor child stood weeping over her shame. I studied every health book I could to see what I could do to remedy the situation.

FINALLY I CAME ACROSS CRANBERRY JUICE.

Preferably, not the juice coctail which has a lot of sugar, but the plain cranberry juice.
If all you can get is the juice coctail in the store, it's better than nothing. Try to get it without other juices mixed in...you want as much cranberry as possible. Several glasses daily should help fairly soon. What it does is put the bladder in the proper acid condition to fight off the fungus.

You can buy Cranberry Juice Concentrate, no sugar added, from PURITAN'S PRIDE:
1-800-645-1030 or www.puritan.com

The concentrate is very tart. It can be given in smaller amounts with some sugar or honey added, or you could even use a safe artificial sweetener, like stevia, if the doctor says it's OK. The less sugar the better, as sugar feeds fungus.

Anyway...my child stopped wetting the bed after taking Cranberry Juice.

It doesn't happen overnight, so, be patient. I know you care or you wouldn't be asking the question.
God bless you and your niece. :)

Answer 3

Kids may continue to have problems toileting when they're having some emotional problem - it wouldn't surprise me, given that her parents aren't around. You can do a couple things - first, sit her down and explain to her that it isn't her fault AT ALL that her parents are not around much. Whatever you tell her, make it clear that it's not her fault - otherwise, there's a good chance she'll grow up thinking she's unlovable. Second, take her to her school's psychologist or another child psychologist if you can afford it. Make sure it's someone with experience working with kids, and clearly explain to that person what you just said here. Third, use a reward system for appropriate toileting. For example, if she makes it through the night without wetting herself, or if she uses the toilet instead of wetting herself, give her praise, a hug, and something she really likes - like candy or something. (This has to be done consistently if you want it to work). Whatever happens, do not punish her by getting upset or yelling at her when she has an accident. That won't help, and will only embarass her. Good luck.

Answer 4

She could want attention, she might have a problem. Taking her to the doctor would be a good idea, If it was just during the night I would think she needs to be woking up during the night and limiting her fluid intake. During the day she's in school. Someone should go to the school and talk to her teacher to see if she can't go or just sits there and pee on herself.

Answer 5

I totally agree with cyanne2ak . For sure she needs medical evaluation, and probably emotional evaluation as well. Then, if everything checks out, start working on some real "potty training" and have her wear the Pull-ups until she is in control, if they aren't already doing so.
Hopefully someone is showing her love and hugs.

Answer 6

She may be doing this for attention or maybe she is upset. This may also be a physical problem, someone should take her to the doctor just to be sure.

Answer 7

She needs professional help.If it's not physical then it's physiological regardless of what the parent or anyone thinks the child needs some help .SOME DAY THEY WILL ALL THANK-YOU.

Answer 8

If she gets too stressed out I think that happens a lot. She does'nt need to go to doctor in my opinion. She might need more freedoms. Or your parents could take her to the doctor.

Answer 9

It is NOTHING to worry about! you can buy these things that you hook onto your underwear at night and it senses if you pee it buzzes and wakes you up and pretty soon your brain trains itself top naturaly wake up when it is time to pee! dont worry my big bro wasnt 12 till he could stop it. buy one of tho9se things 4 her and it is ok.

Answer 10

kids often do this just to get attention. if her mom doesn't spend time with her this may be the case with her.