Q:My 4 year old is still wetting the bed.I'm too embarrassed to talk to other mums about it.What should I do?

A:Research suggest that 1 in 5 children still aren't dry at night by the time they're 4 to 5 years old,so don't be embarrassed as it's a common issue.Your child's not yet at an age for you to worry,but you can take steps to help her.Encourage her to drink fluids during the day,at her age,it should be 1-1.4 litres a day (avoid caffeinated drinks,such as cola).This should make her wee around 4-7 times a day,including before bedtime.Don't reward dry nights as it's out of her control,but you can reward her for taking regular drinks and loo breaks.Buy some protective mattress covers and light pyjamas that wash and dry easily.Keep any night bed changes short and sweet,to keep her self-esteem intact.If she's still reliably wet at night by the time she starts school,ask the school nurse for support.