I have two children and my youngest suddenly seems interested in the potty. She is only 22 months old. She barely talks but says "baby pee" and wants to sit on the potty etc. I think it is much to early for her to begin this. Am I right? My oldest daughter was completely trained at 2 1/2. Am I wasting my time even trying this? Do you suggest beginning the pullups? I've forgotten this part of life!
2007-02-11 08:08:36 · 10 answers · asked by noitall 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
It sounds like she is interested, so let her start now. Praise her everytime she sits on the potty, even if she doesnt pee. Keep encouraging her to use it. I wish my son was so interested in the potty as you little one is and hes almost 4 and still not completely trained. I wish you the best!
2007-02-11 09:17:18 · answer #1 · answered by PfcsBaby 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most children are still too young at 22 months. No doctor recommends starting potty training before the age of 2 years. Most doctors say to start girls at around 2-2 1/2, and boys at 2 1/2-3. But when potty training put her on the toilet before/after bedtime/naps, before/after going outside to play or to a store etc, after every meal/snack, and at least every two hours throughout the day. Don't ask her if she has to go, most likely she'll say no, instead, you just have to take her into the bathroom and put her on the potty. She may need to sit there for 5 minutes before she goes. When she does go, make a big deal about what a big girl she is. If it's taking more than a month for her to become potty trained during the day, or if she's resisting than she's not ready.
2016-05-23 22:13:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your child is taking an interest in potty training, thank your lucky stars and encourage her! My son wasn't completely potty trained until he was 3 1/2 and showed zero interest in going on the toilet. As for pullups, if your oldest daughter isn't using them then give your younger daughter the choice: pullups or panties. If she chooses panties, take her out on a special shopping trip with her only and reinforce how proud of her you are for wanting to learn. Either way, the fact that she's showing an interest in potty training is a good thing!
2007-02-11 10:03:40 · answer #3 · answered by shoujomaniac101 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too have a 22 month old. I recently bought the book "Potty Training for Dummies". They say to follow the toddlers lead. My daughter was sitting on her potty for a while then didn't seem interested anymore. There are so many signs that indicate whether a child is ready. Each child is different.
2007-02-11 10:51:02 · answer #4 · answered by pamnjeromy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My oldest son was pooty trained at the same age and was also dry at night by the time he was 2. Give it a go there's no harm in trying and if it doen't work leave it a few more week's and try again. My younger son was 2y 2 months when he was trained every child is different. Good luck! I used pull ups for both of them.
2007-02-11 08:21:32 · answer #5 · answered by leisa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is interested then I would start her. My daughter was trained at 15mos. She just watched her cousin and wanted to be like her so she used the potty when her cousin did. I think she sees you and her sister using it so she wants to also. Plus it's better then this one friend of mine who is waiting till her son is ready. He will be 5 in March and he's still in diapers. He doesn't have a medical condition he's just to lazy to use the toilet and he knows his mom will wipe his butt. it makes me sick.
2007-02-11 08:40:30 · answer #6 · answered by diana h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have 2 little ones and they let you know when its time. i was 18mos when i was potty trained.it sounds like shes saying mom i gotta go!if your kids showng an interest in going on the toliet allow them, but dont force them, itll back fire. i dont think 22mos s too early, by this time most of the kids i know are trained. ive noticed it varies in different culture/communities, but if they want to go let them!
2007-02-11 08:23:11 · answer #7 · answered by lilmama24 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is interested...it's time!! Parents worry too much about potty training, if you pay attention kids will let you know when they are ready. P.S. She's letting you know...;) Good luck!!
2007-02-11 08:17:42 · answer #8 · answered by stacia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she wants to, let her but just don't make it a big deal. Sometimes the second child learns quicker because of older siblings. Since you know her well, feel around...try pull-ups if you want...she'll let you know if you're just wasting your time. If she does well, lucky you! I hope it goes great!
2007-02-11 08:32:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋