As a parent, you have many milestones to accomplish in your toddler's journey. One of the milestones is getting your child to go to the toilet independently.
There are steps to go from diapers to sitting in the toilet alone.
"Our daughter is 27 months old. She seems to know when she has to go but holds it in until the point where it's uncontrollable. She knows about the potty but refuses to go to it. When she does start to go on the floor we rush her to the potty and she finishes there, but gets up as soon as she can."
If you are like most parents, getting your toddler potty trained can be very draining, but it is a process that should be approached with love and support.
The battle with the issue of toddlers not sitting on the potty or refusing to poop or pee in their potty is one many toddler parents are currently on.
Be patient and guide your toddler until they are ready to go to the bathroom on their own.
When To Start Potty Training Toddlers?
There are sure signs to look out for as a parent to know exactly when it is time. If your child isn’t ready yet be patient with them.
What age is best to potty train? According to Oh crap potty training toddlers are usually ready to start at about 22 - 26 months old.
Here are some signs to look at for:
Fewer Diaper Change
Once you notice your child can go 2-3 hours without needing a diaper change. It is right about time to start potty training.
Goes through most of the Night without Diaper Change
Children who can go through the night or most of the night without needing a diaper change are ready to go.
Uncomfortable in Wet or Dirty Diapers
If you notice your toddler always approaching you when his or her diaper is full, it is a signal that they are not comfortable and it’s time.
Signals Towards the Bathroom
Some toddlers become very smart and when they need to go, they point towards the bathroom. It shows they are ready to be potty trained.
How To Do Potty Training?
I put together these simple steps for you to follow once you have seen your toddler is ready for potty training.
Use Words to Express Toilet:
Use words ‘weewee’ or ‘poop’, this helps the toddler communicate to you better when they feel they need to go.
Get a Potty Chair
Make sure it’s comfortable for your toddler. Allow them to sit for at least 5 mins even if they don’t poop or pee.Â
Reward your Toddler:
This is important for your child to understand they are doing the right thing and it helps reassure your child that he or she is becoming a big child.
Accidents Happen During Potty TrainingÂ
Many kids mess up on their first few trials. The parent needs to support them through this phase.
Accidents like bedwetting, pooping in their pants… etc happen. Most children don’t gain perfection till about 6 or 7 years old.
In the meantime keep encouraging them when they make mistakes or have accidents. Before you know it, they are back to running around with zero issues or fear of pooping on the floor.
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