how do i start potty training? is there any tricks for boys?

Answer 1

I used a tall coffee can. He would tinkle in the can and then pour it into the commode. I call it tinkle because it sounds like a tinkle going into the can! You can carry the can w/lid in the car or anywhere and let him pour it out when you get home. They love it and it worked with both my boys.You will have noticed that he poopies at about the same time each day so take him to the potty as you see "the face" or him hiding (I don't know why but most kids hide at this age when pooping even before training is mentioned!) , etc. and show him how to clean himself. Let him try and then you make sure he is clean. Celebrate!Before beginning the training - talk to the boy, if possible let him watch dad go so he understands, and let him know that big boys never wet their big boy pants. Also make sure the commode lid stays up and never falls because it can scare him and ruin the training for a while(it happened to my nephew!). I believe in keeping them in training pants and no pull ups,etc. except at night. They feel the difference better and understand quicker what wet pants means. Make sure to limit his drinks before bed ,after supper only small drinks of water, and the training will go easier (You won't have so many sheets to wash either). After a couple of weeks of day-training begin to train him at night and keep him in pull ups,etc for about a week. Wake him after about 3-4 hrs and take him to the potty can. He will begin waking when he feels the need instead of after wetting before too long. YOU stick to whatever method you choose and never" let it go this once" and he will be trained quicker. If the can doesn't work, I suggest doing a parade around inside of the house each time he does use the potty. Tell him when he goes one week without wetting his big boy pants you and family will do the parade up and down the sidewalk with shakers, drums, banners, a potty song,etc. Use a chart to show what a week is and put a check on each day that he stays dry. He will understand and want to do a big parade. So you may get a little emabarrassed when reaches his goal and you do a potty parade, but it is a celebration of success for him and a bonding experience for the family.During the week make the parade items as your craft/lessons time. If he wets one day, don't make anything that day. He will understand that you have set the goal/rule and that there are always consequences when he doesn't do what is expected. I wouldn't tell him about the parade until a week or so of training has passed and he really understands going potty/in the can! If you espect him to do things, he will. Always praise him for success and tell him he will do better next time if he has an accident. Never yell or get upset because that adds stress and won't help. This is true also for making home rules and consequences and is the perfect age for you to begin giving him responsibilities as part of his daily routine! Best wishes!

Answer 2

No tricks, just sit him on the potty and be patient. Also try making pushing sounds. Do this everyday at an hour that you know your son goes potty. If nothing happens, keep doing till it's successful. Follow your moms' intuition

Answer 3

Give one plain M&M for No. 1 in the potty and five for No. 2.

Answer 4

For my oldest boy I used fruit loops.. Had him aim for them. It worked.. My youngest boy I am useing the water the grass thing. I live out in the country so it works here.

Answer 5

I used stickers for mine and lots of hugs and praise.

Answer 6

make it fun for them. Give them a target to shoot at. the more fun and rewarding it is for them the easier it is for you.