When your child reaches new developmental milestones in life, we want to capture the moment and bask in the glory of succeeding in training him. However, every parent knows that the hardest thing to accomplish is potty training a very rambunctious toddler.
Toddlers in between the ages of 24-26 months are usually ready to begin toilet training. The average toddler is usually successfully trained at 36 months. Parents should look for little things that indicate that a child is ready to be potty trained.
Look at your toddler’s behavior; does he enjoy being praised or give you little treasures? If he enjoys imitating adults, it’s because he wants to gain some semblance of independence. A toddler who can communicate his needs and wants while indicating that he understands what you are saying is ready for communication. Communication is important for potty training. If your toddler is unable to tell you that he needs to pee, then success is most unlikely. Walking is also another important factor to consider as your toddler needs strong leg muscles for sitting or standing and pulling pants. The last few considerations include being able stay dry for longer periods and having predictable bowel movement schedules. If your toddler stays dry during an entire nap or longer than two hours, you’re good to go.
When you start potty training a child, you must never treat him like an adult who adapts quickly. Most of the time, your child will try your patience, but you must never provide anxiety. Causing anxiety will delay your child’s training. Watch out for little signals that indicate that your toddler needs to go to the toilet. Praising your child plays an important factor in training. A toddler, who feels good for being successful in training, will most likely want to repeat the behavior that earned praise. Praise every small accomplishment your child makes. Your child will enjoy the process and your blood pressure will be kept safe.
Choosing a potty is an important factor to consider. Toddlers need a space they can call their own and feel safe in. Be sure that the toddler’s feet touch the floor when he sits on the potty. To make potty training seem approachable, set the potty in the playroom. As soon as your child gets used to the idea, then your can bring the potty in the bathroom.
It takes a toddler three to six months to get used to the potty, but it is common for toddlers to get wet until they are five years old. Very few children regress. If they do start to regress, never scold them for it, just remain positive and exude confidence in their abilities. These potty training tips should help out a lot along with some of the following aids pictured below.
