Toilet Training is a huge step towards independence for your little ones. Here are our top tips for parents when approaching night time toileting.
Are they ready?
So your little one is toilet training? Just a little heads-up: mastering daytime toileting doesn’t always mean they’re ready to ditch the night nappy just yet. Most children under five still wee in their sleep (totally normal), and even 1 in 10 primary schoolers do too. Every child is different, and there's no rush—it's all about going at their own pace.
If your little one is waking up with a dry nappy, or calling out for the toilet during the night, it could be a sign they’re ready to give night-time toilet training a go.
Whenever you’re ready, we’ve got your back—with waterproof bedding that makes the journey just a little easier
Our Top Tips
Easy Pj's
Choose loose-fitting, comfy pajamas that your little one can easily pull up and down on their own. Two-piece sets with elastic waistbands are ideal during this stage—they make those sleepy midnight dashes to the toilet so much easier. Encourage your child to practice pulling their pajama pants up and down, and give them lots of praise!
Chat Routine
Before starting night-time toilet training, have a calm little chat with your child about what to do if they need the toilet during the night. Let them know it’s totally okay to wake you up - this reassurance can make a big difference.
If they do wake during the night (even just for a cuddle or drink), gently ask if they’d like to try going to the toilet before settling back into bed. Adding a soft night light in the hallway or bathroom can help make the journey feel less scary and more familiar—just one more way to build their confidence and independence.
Stay Relaxed
Toilet training (especially at night can take time, so try to keep things calm and pressure-free. The last thing you want is your little one feeling anxious or afraid of disappointing you. If they wake up dry, offer gentle praise and encouragement. And if they don’t? That’s totally normal too. Every child develops at their own pace, and comparing progress with siblings or other children will only add stress (for both of you!).
We'll be right there with you!
Bambella Waterproof Sheets and Toilet Training pads are designed to make life easier. Let them pick their favourite designs, and get them to help put them on the bed. Reassure your little one that it's completely fine to have accidents, and don't make a big deal about changing sheets or washing. We recommend having a few spares for quick changes in the night. Our products can be layered, so you simply remove the wet sheet, and have a clean one underneath ready to go!
Waterproof Sheets VS Training Sheets
What's the difference?
Bambella Waterproof Sheets are a fitted sheet for the bed, which has a built in mattress protector. It covers the entire bed, just like a regular sheet, and can be layered, so you can have a clean one underneath ready to go.
Our Training Sheets, are a wide waterproof pad with tuck-in wings. Pop it on top of your sheet for easy swaps when accidents happen—no full bed change needed!
Some families love using both—training sheets on top of a waterproof fitted sheet for double protection and quicker changeovers. But as always, it’s about what works best for you and your little one.
Shop our range of Waterproof Bedding & Toilet Training Sheets here
