I am going to start potty training him as soon as he turns two, i just have no clue when to start or what to do. I am going to purchase some books this weekend but I just thought everyone on here has been so helpful that I would ask you guys first.
2006-09-19 10:03:39 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I have two sons and they both potty trained totally different. My oldest took to it right away but my youngest took a lot longer. The most important thing is to wait until he is ready. Mine were 1 1/2 and 2 1/2. If he doesn't seem interested, wait for awhile. Also, I never had any luck with the little potty. My kids both went on the actual toilet It saved confusion and was a lot less messy! They both sat backwards until they were big enough to turn around. Praise any effort he makes! Good luck.
2006-09-19 10:11:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, acclimate him to the potty. Let him sit on it clothed. I put ours in the playroom. My son sat on it. put animals on it, etc. I know a pediatric nurse who says pull ups are bad. They are confusing to the child. I sort of agree. I have only used the feel and learns briefly. I use the plastic pants with the cotton liners. Which are a pain to clean, if the poop, but makes training fast.
I can HIGHLY recommend the ONCE UPON A POTTY book and movie. Both of my children loved the potty song.
What I know best not to do: Belittle, yell, get mad at accidents, don't take diapers away, and then reintroduce them. Don't take away priviledges, toys, etc. I have a friend that does that and is still battling her 4 year old to go on the potty. Then it becomes about control.
If there is anything your child does not like about being changed point out that he won't have to do that when he goes on the potty. My daughter hated the wet wipes and I told her if she went on the potty I wouldn't use them. She was trained in a few days. Of course, buy undies of Elmo or Bob the Builder, or whoever he likes so he can aspire to that. Let him try them on, see how soft they are, etc.
Stock up on some lysol or clorox wipes, because, boy oh boy do little boys make messes while learning!
Keep it fun, if he is not ready give him more time! GOOD LUCK!
2006-09-22 22:54:01 · answer #2 · answered by Beth M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a daycare provider & beofre that I worked in a preschool for years...
the closer a child is to the age of three, the easier it will be to train. Most childrenare not ready closer to the age of two- their bodies aren't sending their brain the messages yet.
That being daid- my oldest didn't train fully until she was 3 and a half, my middle was 100% trained (day & night, no accidents) by 26 months & my thrid child is 2 and a half & we are starting now.
If you start a child before he is ready you will only frustrate both of you& delay the process. Here are some signs to look for that will let you know his BODY is ready:
-staying dry for long periods, especially through naps & overnight
-showing independance...can pull his own pants up & down, can dress himslef
-asks to be changed or alerts you when his diaper is wet ot soiled
-asks questions about using the potty, wants to watch you go potty
-has clear language skills- if you can't understand what he is saying & he can't easily/effectivelly tell you he has to go potty...training will be a disaster
-can follow simple, 3 step directions (ie: billy; go over there by the swings, get the ball & put it over here)
I hope this helps!
2006-09-19 17:26:31 · answer #3 · answered by jms_ladybug 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first he has to figure out that he is actually the one that is makeing the mess in his diaper if he doesnt understand that then he wont potty train well until he does. then just relax and let him get used the the new ptty chair, read him books before bed and ask him if he needs to go "poopoo" a lot. dont get mad if he doesnt sit on the potty for a long time, always have psoitive reinforcemnt or he will be afraid of the chair.
2006-09-19 17:45:18 · answer #4 · answered by fleur_loser 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't train him until he shows some interest in going. Don't push the issue or you will just get frustrated...my son just turned 2 and he so far goes when you tell him to...I learned..don't ask..tell. Other than that he won't tell you he has to go. He has started holdin the pee till potty time...but he started ny showing interest in the potty. I also gave him a treat when he went
2006-09-19 18:20:02 · answer #5 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With our son what worked was having his dad show him how to pee. He would put Cherios in the toilet and they would play a game to see who could shot the cherio with his pee pee first. Granted he wouldn't pee in the toilet for the 1st 6 months with out a cherio, just having it explained and shown to him helped a lot. It helps to have a husband whos not shy like that. Pooping was another story. We used the reward method and waited a little longer after he started to pee in the toilet. We had a potty treasure chest and when he went poopy in his potty he got to pick out a toy and make sure you get good stuff he really likes. The dollar stores were great for this. Good Luck Hope I helped.
2006-09-19 17:09:53 · answer #6 · answered by lunitari601 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure he knows that he is "going" first. Then get him to tell you. Leave the potty lying around for a couple of days until asks what it is for. Be patient with the inevitable accidents.
2006-09-19 17:06:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Two is probably too young in all honesty. Remember, don't make it stressful or your son will not be happy. You may need to back off and try again i a few months (this happened to my friend).
My son is almost 3, I haven't even started yet since he's just starting to show signs (ie he's telling me when he's wet).
2006-09-19 17:07:30 · answer #8 · answered by njyecats 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 is young if he isn't showing any signs of wanting to. My second daughter when she turned 2 was all for it for like 3 days then wanted nothing to do with it for 7 more months. But, I let my kids run around neked and would ask them constantly if they had to go.
2006-09-19 17:23:12 · answer #9 · answered by MVAC 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 3 boys, and from what I hear boys are the tough ones. They like like to get something out of it, i recommend using cheerios so he can sink em. That worked for my boys and to take them totally out of diapers and pullups use regular underwear. It helps them to feel like a big guy and remind them about the toilet every 5 minutes so they recognise the sensation.
2006-09-19 17:10:44 · answer #10 · answered by Jules 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋