| As the parent of four children--two boys and two | | | | child is ready and then give it a try. If they don't |
| girls--I've had to deal with potty training. In the past, I | | | | respond right away, back off a little and try again later. |
| also cared for children in my home and had to deal | | | | Here are some additional potty training tips for parents: |
| with potty training them as well. One of the most | | | | · Get your child their own special "potty" seat |
| important lessons I've learned is that every child is | | | | to train with |
| different. They all learn at their own pace and in their | | | | · Make it a fun experience |
| own way. One great thing about it is that every child | | | | · Allow them to see from parents or siblings |
| WILL learn. There are exceptions for children with | | | | what to do |
| certain medical, physical or psychological conditions but | | | | · Reward them for going or for trying |
| the average, healthy child will become potty trained | | | | · Put the child in clothing that's easy to |
| eventually. | | | | manipulate in the bathroom |
| As a parent who's tired of changing dirty diapers, you | | | | · Be aware that children sometimes regress in |
| might want to speed this process up a little and there | | | | times of stress |
| are some things you can do to help but take comfort | | | | · Allow boys to practice their aim with a target |
| in knowing that even if your child is slow on the learning | | | | (such as Cheerios) |
| curve, they will get trained eventually. | | | | · Establish a routine and include toilet time in it |
| One of the most important tips I can ever give parents | | | | even if your child doesn't have to go |
| is not to push your child too hard or too soon. Forcing | | | | · Praise and reward positive behavior |
| potty training too early can actually hinder the process | | | | With these tips, you will be all ready for potty training |
| and make it take longer. Wait for the signs that your | | | | your child without stress. |