he'll be 3, Aug.25, and i don't know if it's to soon. Please give me some tips to make it easier for him and me.
2006-07-03 08:13:22 · 10 answers · asked by sweetpinkkandi 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Boys start potty training later than girls, and they start on average at 26 months. So your boy is right along the average. To start you can get him a potty or a toilet ring and let him get familiar with it. And make sure he is physically ready to start potty training. Some of the signs are:
He shows an interest in the toilet
He wakes up from naps with his diaper dry. Some children even wake up in the morning with dry diapers.
He lets you know when he's about to soil or wet his diaper.
You can use a system of rewards, like stickers on a chart, every time he uses the toilet. Collect a series of stickers and get an extra prize like a lolly pop or a temporary tattoo. You can customize this system to suit your boy's temper and likes. And also take him along to choose his big boy underwear.
Remember, never make your son feel bad for having an accident in his underwear, that's just counter productive. It could turn him off from using the toilet completely. Praise him when he uses the toilet successfully and tell him it's OK if he gets wet, that he can try again next time. Good luck.
2006-07-03 08:20:16 · answer #1 · answered by slackster1998 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It varies from child to child, with two major factors. First is mental/emotional maturity. The best guage for this is when he shows an interest in potty training, or gains other skills... the ability to understand simple values and to repeat standardized behavior.
Second deals with physical maturity. He has to have developed the physical ability for muscle control. In order for nerves to function efficiently, they have to be sheathed in myelin. This process is very lengthy (it isn't complete until you reach about age 25, which is why the young don't think quite clearly. It's not just immaturity or lack of experience. Their brains literally aren't fully functional yet.) The myelin sheathing of the nerves for bladder control usually completes between the ages of two and three, though it can take much longer (bedwetters).
If you approach it as a game to play with him, rewarding for success, but NOT punishing for failure (even verbally), there's no problem with starting now. If he's ready, he'll pick it up. If not, just relax and give it a pass for a few months and try again.
2006-07-03 08:25:49 · answer #2 · answered by antirion 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My son was prone to rashes so I began as early as I could. If they are toddlers you can start anytime. Have them shoot Cheerios in the toilet or simply show them how big boys go potty. The important thing is to ask them frequently if they need to go. Once they know what to do and understand what they should be doing it will get easier. A lot of work but well worth it. Applaud them when they attempt it and especially when they achieve in doing it. Hope this helps! Rewards help as well :)
2016-03-27 02:36:38 · answer #3 · answered by Irene 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's best to wait until the child is ready. We have done this 3 times and it works great if you just gently try when they start to ask questions about the potty. Ask them if they want to try. if they do, then start by putting them on it every hour or so. If they dont, just wait they will want eventually.
if you force them before they are ready, it tends to cause problems down the line. Also its a pain the the butt (no pun intended) for you as a parent to force it. They are the ones that control their body functions, not you. iF they don't wanna let it out they wont and you and he will both get upset.
Like the old saying goes "dont try to teach a pig to dance, it frustrates you and pisses off the pig".
2006-07-03 08:22:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Base timing on when he appears interested in potty training (i.e. really starts wanting to do a lot by himself). Generally, about the age of 2 is normal start.
2006-07-03 08:18:17 · answer #5 · answered by spineminus2 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I tried at two but my son just refused to do it...he was 3 when he felt it was finally time...lol...start trying soon! Tips: put Cheerios in the toilet and let him aim and "shoot" at them...
2006-07-03 08:28:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wait until he is ready, not when you are ready. If you force it, it will be nothing but frustration for the both of you.
2006-07-03 09:56:52 · answer #7 · answered by heathermama_tx 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you start now, when he turns 3 it will be easier on u both
2006-07-03 08:19:17 · answer #8 · answered by babydol702002 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ASAP! never too soon. Sorry but I can't give any tips; i'm not a mother :/
2006-07-03 08:15:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
my brother has a girl and he's potty training her at age1.
2006-07-03 08:15:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋