Takes nappy off during night sleep and wets the bed

[Heidi9]

Our 2 year old son is doing very well with his toilet training during the day and wears underpants during day sleeps (approx 2hrs). He isnt ready however to go a whole night without a nappy. He doesn't like wearing his night nappy and continually takes it off and wees in the cot. We have tried using pull-ups at night, dressing him in overalls (he manages to undo the buttons though), and placing him in a bed with potty next to the bed (wouldnt sleep in bed) - all with no success. Does anyone have any ideas how we might be able to overome this problem?

[xkwzit]

Hi
I've not had to do it myself, but I've heard of people using gaff (electrician's) tape to keep nappies on reluctant kiddies. Mind you - if he can remove pull ups, you'll have to tape REALLY well :D .

Overall, its probably a good thing that he doesn't like his nappy, as when he's a bit older you'll be able to explain to him what he needs to do if he doesn't want to wear it.

Looking on the bright side...

[Heidi9]

Thanks for the advice Samantha - we tried the the tape and were pretty confident that he wouldnt be able to pull it off, but after about an hour and a half our little Houdini was able to free himself from his taped nappy! The last few nights we have been using a pair of his tracksuit pants which have draw-strings. We have put them on him back the front so he can't get to the double knot we have tied. It has been working very well - he hasnt been able to get them off yet.
Thanks again for your suggestion and help

Heidi :)

[Narelle]

Hi Heidi!
That's really clever! I know it's not funny for you to have to change the sheets
every night but I am picturing this little boy thinking to smart for you mum!
I just hope I remember all the tips I'm getting now, when the time comes that I need them.