Basics on How to Start Potty
Training
Potty training your child can be daunting but it doesn’t
have to be completely problematic. First you have to be ready
for this to take longer than you expected. Secondly remember
that each child is different.
It doesn’t matter how fast someone else’s child is learning
to use the toilet, your child is different and will learn
things at different speeds. Don’t get frustrated that it is
taking so long or that your child is not learning fast enough.
Move past the setbacks and keep on with the program.
Involving Your
Child
The first step in how to start potty training is to involve
your child as much as possible. This should start in the form
of conversations about bodily functions. You will need to help
your child understand that his or her private parts and their
function. Explain that everyone needs to use the toilet and you
can even use the example of pets that use a litter box.
Explain the function of the toilet and let your child
explore the toilet and how it works. Help your child to flush
the toilet and explain why that needs to be done. It is
important when you are learning how to start potty training to
get your child to feel like they are making decisions along
with you. Allowing your child to buy a potty that they like is
just one such step.
Essential
Items
When you are learning how to start potty training you need
some things to make the ride smoother. If you have decided to
forgo training pants then get ready to buy lots of underwear.
Take your child along and let them pick out cute underwear. If
they like their underwear they will be less likely to soil it
or will try not to.
Avoid clothes that are hard to take off quickly when you are
learning how to start potty training. Zips, buttons and too
long shirts will only get in the way and create unnecessary
accidents. Try not to reach for these clothes even when your
laundry basket is overflowing and there just doesn’t seem to be
enough clean clothes around.
Daycare
If your child is in daycare then this is a good place to
learn how to start potty training. Discuss the methods you want
to use and okay this with your daycare provider. They may have
helpful tips and advice to see you through potty training. They
may even have a helpful outsider’s perspective on how to deal
with your child and potty training.
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