2007-08-20 20:19:54 · 18 answers · asked by laynarose_21 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I just potty trained my son and daughter. I like an approach where I don't have to pressure or push my child. What worked for me was The Potty Stool http://www.thepottystool.com I started by just setting it at the toilet. My kids immediately climbed up on the stool and discovered that they could safely use the toilet. This got them very interested in using the toilet and they were potty trained very quickly. Kids like to use what they know mommy and daddy use.
Sometimes kids get afraid to do a BM on the toilet because they are not comfortable enough. Put toilet paper down across the water to avoid a splash. It really helps boys to learn to pee standing up. So using the stool helps speed up the whole training process.
I like that I don't have to double the steps of potty training by training them first in a potty and then training them to stop using a potty. And not dumping and cleaning a potty each time is great. The best thing is that kids use it for years. I hope this helps you.
2007-08-21 07:31:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, 16 months is definitely too young. He needs to understand the meaning of going on the potty, and right now he won't get it. While each child is different, I've found from personal experience, talking to people, and reading books that age 2 is a good time to introduce the potty. If you're absolutely stuck on trying now, buy a potty and put it in the living room. Let him sit on it with his clothes on, play with it, stand on it, whatever, but really talk up the whole potty thing, telling him that on his birthday (age 2) he'll be a big boy and will be able to actually try using the potty.
By the way, don't use pull-ups. They don't help, and only confuse. In his mind he'll wonder why pull-ups go on like underwear, but feel like diapers - and he'll treat them as diapers. When he is ready, use real underwear during the daytime and diapers for his naps and bedtime.
The most important thing is not to force it. If he's not ready and you do force it, not only will it cause physical problems like holding it in and constipation, but emotionally he'll get frustrated, feel guilty if he has accidents and it may delay the training. Don't rush it.
2007-08-21 03:36:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
No, he's not old enough. Okay, wait, it depends on the child. Don't force him. It'll make you frustrated and he'll feel bad about himself every time he has an "accident". I've potty trained a boy and a girl and have found that they'll let you know when they are ready. I don't think their bodies or brains are ready at 16 month ( He just turned one!) My son wasn't potty trained until he was 3 years old. Give him another 8 months to a year and then try. But don't force him.
2007-08-21 03:30:07 · answer #3 · answered by Keshia G 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yes, but only if your son is showing signs of interest. It doesn’t hurt to try, if he’s not ready then give it a few more months. Each child is different. Both my son & daughter (4 & 3 now) were potty trained by 2 yrs. My son loved “target practice” in the toilet with fruit loops…. Make it fun and interesting! And give him lots of praise.
2007-08-21 11:09:01 · answer #4 · answered by tamepps 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would SOOO disagree with the yes answers.
He's probably not even speaking yet so how can he possibly let you know he even understands what you're trying to do.
You could certainly try at this age but you're looking at several months of frustration. Why not wait until he's like 2 1/2 and then it might only take you a month instead of 6 months.
Let him be a baby for a little while longer. They're only small once.
2007-08-21 07:36:06 · answer #5 · answered by Debbie G 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Definitely, he is too young to be potty trained. My son is being trained when he is only 3 years old (now he is 4)and in the daycare centre. he entered the daycare centre when he is 18 months and the teachers there do not even forced hin to be potty trained. they just told me that most of the children will be ready around 3. So do not hurry him to be potty trained. Instead of encourage him, you might discourage him.
2007-08-21 05:10:25 · answer #6 · answered by ckhcyp 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Highly unlikely. I doubt he actually realises he's doing anything yet in his nappy, and as for associating that with the potty ............ !! Mine is 17 months and I bought a potty recently - its in his room and he's simply getting used to seeing it around. Shan't even attempt potty training for about another 6 months!
AND its far far easier and quicker to do it when they actually understand why its going on! You have a choice, weeks now of trying and maybe getting no-where, or getting it done within a couple of days when they understand the entire process.
2007-08-21 03:24:43 · answer #7 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yeap, it's a good time to get started. My suggestion: Every time he does his do in the potty....sing and dance and make a big deal out of it. He'll enjoy that attention and before you know it....he's potty trained. :)
2007-08-21 03:50:45 · answer #8 · answered by Ava 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
well you'll need a potty chair eventually so why not get one now and try him out on it. give it a week or two and see how he takes to it. try and keep him on a regular schedule (like after meals, before bath, after naps and before bedtime). if he fights it, don't push it. just try again in a few months.
2007-08-21 03:28:04 · answer #9 · answered by calypso_cal 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It;s possible. All children are different, my best friends son is 2 years and just learning, try it now, but if it don't work, just give it a few more months
2007-08-21 03:23:56 · answer #10 · answered by yafathomiejt 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋