Bed-Wetting

July 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Although we all know that everyone learns to stop bed-wetting, it can be stressful teaching your child how to stay dry through the night. If your child still bed-wets, then either your child is a deep, deep sleeper or he still feels the need to urinate at night. So what to do??

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Since bedwetting can damage a child’s self-image and confidence, it is crucial that you avoid being judgmental and remain supportive. You should reassure your child that bedwetting is a relatively common problem (5 to 7 million children in the United States are affected by it,) and that you know they will succeed in learning how to stay dry.

Here are some tips to consider.
BEFORE GOING TO SLEEP: Do not give your child anything to drink in the 2 hours before bedtime. Also, have your child go to the bathroom before getting into bed.

REASSURANCE AND PATIENCE: Reassure and encourage your child often. Do not make an issue out of the bedwetting each time it happens.

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Posted by Dr. Natalie Geary MD | Filed Under Dr Geary 

Magnesium

July 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment

While the best way for your child to meet their nutritional requirements is through a healthy diet, some children have been found to be deficient in magnesium.

Some foods rich in magnesium are:

Magnesium helps the body absorb calcium and forms strong teeth and bones. Although many Americans do not eat the recommended amounts of magnesium, actual magnesium deficiencies are rare. As long as your child is healthy and is fed a balanced and nutritional diet, chances are that you have nothing to worry about.

Posted by Dr. Natalie Geary MD | Filed Under Nutrition