I don't have any kids yet so no actual help here, but I did just read an article about a study done about bed wetting. They found that a large portion of the children wetting the bed at night were also suffering from constipation. Parents of the children didn't even realize they were constipated but the exams showed them backed up. Once those children had their constipation addressed, it dramatically reduced their bed wetting.
This may have nothing to do with what's going on with your daughter, but might be worth investigating!
That's great she is doing things with you for baby, she could still be concerned at all the attention baby is getting ..You are doing great and I am sure it is a phase ..treat any accident with nonchalance, .if it is attention seeking then she will soon realise its not getting her anywhere.
Thank you for your suggestions. I have been having her involved with the pregnancy from the day I found out. She has been helping me prepare and she even picked the name of her new sibling. I've been extra vigialent to keeping her included in everything, from picking out clothes, to getting her own activities and stuff for the baby shower which is this up coming weekend. Im not sure if its really bothering her as she is so excited about becoming a big sister.
I will not be so frustrated the next time she has an accident and will try your suggestions. Hopefully she'll grow out of this faze soon.
Yes in my opinion you hit the nail on the head , she has heard a lot of talk no doubt about the new, coming baby , possible all the family had also been talking about the coming event ..maybe you have bought baby clothes and diapers ready for the event, and as you say your self she could be looking for extra attention .This is very normal I suggest you let her get things ready, baby';s room, make sure she knows she will be part of baby's life and helping Mommy .She's feeling in secure so now its time to focus on her and ask other family members, grandparents to do the same .Don't make a huge issue about the wetting , frustrating though it may be ,ignoring and maybe a star reward for not doing it may help, focus on her positive side and praise her when you see her doing something right ..good luck
First off, stop being frustrated. Calmly deal with each incident by itself. Speak calmly and tell her it's ok. The second you start getting angry and making it into a big deal she will react and make it into a game. 5 year olds love to be defiant and if you get overly angry and upset it just eggs them on.
I know plenty of people who have had their children in pull ups at night until they were older. It is highly possible that she is just reacting to the prospect of having to share her life and family.