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: 
  
  • general practitioners 
  • paediatricians from private practice 
  • Child Development Services 
  • Perth Children’s Hospital  
  • paediatric urologists – private and health service-based practice. 

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.