Like it is important to make them learn how to sit, stand, walk and speak the same way it is important to make them learn how to get their shit away. It may be a difficult task, well more difficult than making them learn to eat but it is one significant task you’ll have to make them learn. Potty training is a challenging phase for both the parent and the child and one need to handle this carefully. After being dependent on diapers for so long they will take time to learn how to do this on their own, so parents are calm and potty train.
How will you know that you’ll baby is ready to be potty trained?
When to potty train is the first question that comes to every mind with kids. Most of the parents, they start potty train their kids when they are 2.5 or 3 years of age. Well here are the following points you should look at before you plan to potty train your baby.
When to potty train is the first question that comes to every mind with kids. Most of the parents, they start potty train their kids when they are 2.5 or 3 years of age. Well here are the following points you should look at before you plan to potty train your baby.
- Can walk fairly.
- You can get to predict his bowel movements.
- Can pull on his pants and get off other clothes.
- Has dry periods of at least 4 hours.
- Can follow simple instructions.
How to start potty training?
When you are trying to find how to potty train your kid, the first thing you should do is get him a toilet seat, a baby toilet seat which is different from the usual ones and is more convenient for the baby. The next step is to start making them a routine. Make your kid sit on the potty seat you got them at certain intervals when you perceive they are likely to pee or poop. Children learn what you do, so show them how to sit, flush, wash hands and they will imitate.
What to do if he shows no interest in learning?
Well, it really will be hard to potty train him but you’ll have to keep him interested. So if your kid seems hesitant or uninterested, try using encouraging words like ‘big boy or big girl now they are’. kids love to be called ‘big’. never ever punish them if some accident happens because they will for the initial days. If the problem persists consult a doctor.
How long will this potty training take?
It depends on the children and of course on your training. While some children learn in weeks, others can take months. Be patient and prepare yourself to face all the dirty accidents that for sure is going to happen. This training takes time.
Is it easier to make a girl learn this than a guy?
Well, many minds are equipped with this question so here is the answer. Yes, it is observed and seen that girls are easier to potty train than boys. The reason though is not clear yet. Some of the experts say that since mom is the one to potty train and they can demonstrate a girl better they catch up fast.
Well, we hope this potty training guide was enough to tell you what you need to do to make them learn this skill properly and peacefully. And always remember that this journey can be difficult but patience is the only key to help your little master it.