Daytime Wetness-Goodnites? | ADHD Information

We had this problem a few years ago. I ordered a watch for my son with an
alarm on it that went off every 2 hours to remind him to use the bathroom.
It could be set to ring or vibrate. I can't remember the name - maybe
vibralight? I also talked to his teachers to make sure that they wouldn't put
him off if he asked to use the bathroom. I think he was in 3rd grade at the
time. Hi! I am wondering if anyone has used Goodnites...specifically the new boxers for daytime wetness. I am wondering if they are worth it. My son has daytime accidents, rarely at night. He is starting to be self cautious...and he said that he doesnt want anyone to see him with wet pants. I am not worried about him being used to wearing "pampers"..he's not exited or happy about it. He just doesnt want to be embarrased. I know alot of folks have mentioned the alarms instead of diapers, but its daytime wetness, that wont really work at school.I was wondering if you have addressed this with your pediatrician. Many times daytime wetting is a result of something going on inside the body, and not just due to forgetfullness or being distracted.

Wyatt's Mom has posted interesting comments on this issue that you need to check out... The title of her post is "good news about wetting". It addresses the problem of stimulant medication causing urination problems due to constipation.

I talked to my sons doc about this and she said that he was simply too involved in whatever he was doing to read his body's signals. Setting a potty schedule helped alot but you should check with the doc to see what they say.I use good nights with my 6 year old, just the undies though i haven't tried the shorts yet. We use them almost all the time, they have basicly replaced his underpants, it's easy for them to be able to change themselves too (i haven't started teaching ethan to do it himself yet though). To be honest i think its the best thing to do if your child is cautious about wetting themselves.

BettyBee I used the good nights for my son in kindergarden. It was a few years ago so they didnt have the boxers. The school actually requested I do it because he was having far to many accidents. I think it was a good idea. He actually started having less accidents. The best way to handle it is discreatly. Call the school nurse and explain. Ask if you can keep a few extra in her office along with an extra change of clothes just in case. Aslo have a meeting with the teacher. Tell her what you are doing, let her know that you son is very embarresed about the situation and between the two of you I'm sure you can come up with a plan on how to get your son to the nurse if he needs to change.

Giving you son his confidence back could make all the diffrence. Also we have informed the school when my son says he has to go let him. Dont make him wait. We have also given him permission in emergency's only to leave the classroom if he cant wait for the teachers ok.

 

Good Luck!

My daughter was wetting the bed and I used the Goodnights for nighttime and loved it.  She did if for a year then stopped and year later started up again lasted 1-2 weeks before ending again.