I have been letting him wear his underwear during the day and putting on the overnight diapers at night. Just got him the potty chair of elmo he likes it but won't tell me when he needs to go and I ask him every 5 minutes if he needs to go. So far he has been wetting and dirtying his underwear. I don't know what else to do it fustrating for me and him so I hope someone will know what is the easiest way of doing this so I can start putting him in headstart because I hear he has to be potty trained. Thank you for your time and answers muchly appreciated.
first time mom
2007-07-11 05:09:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
You didn't say how old he is. If he is younger than 3, he simply may not be physically able to control it yet. I am wondering if he just isn't ready yet. Kids who are ready to train also want to and think that diapers are for babies and don't want to wear them. Have you spoken to his pediatrician? They can also offer personalized advice as they would know your son better than I do.
Assuming that he is 3 and he is physically developed enough to train, then he should also be responsible for changing his soiled and wet clothing, including bringing it to the laundry. It will be hard for him to do but it is a life skill he will need anyway if he is to be potty trained. It will also take forever to do and should be annoying enough to him to make him want to become more aware. Do this consistantly for two weeks and he should train.
Call the headstart program. Chances are that they don't encourage it, but they can wear a pullup.
2007-07-11 05:20:15 · answer #1 · answered by JuMa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't say how old the child is, so I'm going to guess he's around 2? Which is a little young for boys.
Other than that, you don't ask every 5 minutes, you go put the child on the potty every 10 minutes. Children cannot feel the cues to answer the question, "Do you have to go potty?" They simply do not read their bodies that well. Every 10 minutes, and you don't rush it. You sit there with him, read a book, sing a song, whatever, but he sits there for a few minutes, with no pressure. He'll eventually get the idea.
2007-07-11 12:22:12 · answer #2 · answered by Cheesy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't pressure him!
When he shows interest in the potty, take the plunge and go whole hog and get rid of the diapers altogether. Get ready for lots of soiled underpants, clothes, etc. It'll stop soon enough. Praise him every time he uses the potty, but don't scold him for wetting his pants. If he can't hold it overnight, then he's not ready for potty training.
The potty can be scary to kids.
2007-07-11 13:08:15 · answer #3 · answered by sanity_in_tx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I have 2 kids a 13yr old boy and a 3yr old boy..Boys are harder to train then girls are...So I think you are doing the right thing you just have to be consistent and patient..
I am trying to potty train my 3yr old now and it is hard but as soon as he goes the 1st time that's all it takes...But, if he refuses to go and cries or says no..Then back off for a few weeks and try again..But don't scare him into doing it..If you do you will regret it!!! I hope this helps you...
2007-07-11 12:16:06 · answer #4 · answered by Emily D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how old is he. you need to get up and take him once an hour every hour. dont ask just take him. potty training isnt fast or easy its a slow process it takes time you as the parent have to be consistent every day all day
2007-07-11 12:17:17 · answer #5 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everytime he asks for something say,"Go on your potty and then you can have a 'popcicle'." It worked well for my daughter. Everytime she wants something she goes straight to the bathroom and then when she's done she asks for it right away. It's bribery, but it works. Use it for everything too, or it won't work so well.
2007-07-11 12:14:23 · answer #6 · answered by mommyoftwo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋