Enuresis (Nocturnal) or bedwetting program
This child-centred program is delivered by a team of nurses across the Perth metropolitan area.
The program is offered to all children and adolescents who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- aged 5½ to 18 years
- adequate family/carer support to engage with the program
- daytime urine and bowel continence
- no ongoing issues relating to constipation or other comorbidities
- a nocturnal enuresis bedwetting pattern of more than twice weekly
- referred by appropriate medical practitioners, including:
Program description
The program utilises 'mat and alarm' intervention therapy.
- The goal is for the child to reach 21 consecutive dry nights within the 10 to 12-week program, then to remain dry for the following 6 months.
- If the child does not achieve the 21 consecutive dry nights or the child regresses/ relapses within the 6-month period, and is still eligible, we will offer a repeat program after a further 6 months.
- If the child does not respond to the program in the first 2 to 4 weeks or 2 programs are unsuccessful, the child is referred to their GP for referral to paediatric urology. Following review and management, the paediatric urology consultant may support a further alarm therapy attempt.
How do I refer to the Nocturnal Enuresis Program?
Email all referrals using this Nocturnal Enuresis Referral form to the Community Heath Enuresis Program.