How can
you tell if your child is ready to potty train? Some
children are ready to potty train starting between 18-24 months while
as other kids may not be ready until they are two and a half or three.
Well as a first time parent you really have no clue what to do when
potty training or what signs to look for so here are some helpful hints
to help you get rid of diapers.
Physical
signs to watch for in your child:
- Can your child walk and run without
falling down?
- Does your child have bowel movements
that are regular and more firm?
- Does
your child go a few hours with a dry diaper before wetting it? This
shows you their bladder muscles might be ready enough to hold urine.
Behavior
signs to watch for:
- Your child wants to do things on their
own and explore.
- Wants to watch you go to the bathroom to
see what you are doing.
- Gives you a sign they need to go to the
bathroom like making a noise or actually telling you.
- Doesn't like having a wet or dirty
diaper on.
- Can help you dress them by pulling their
own pants up and down.
- Your child can sit still for a few
minutes at a time.
Cognitive
signs to watch for:
- Understands what you mean when you ask
or say "potty".
- Says words like poo-poo, pee-pee, potty,
poop.
- Understands
that urination or a bowel movement is coming and they can not only tell
you to take them to the bathroom but that they can also hold it until
on the toilet.
Every
child is different so do not get
discouraged if your child isn't interested in going to the bathroom.
Cherish the diaper changing moments for soon your child will be grown
up and you will actually miss the dirty diapers.
My
favorite product for potty training my son is the Peter
Potty Toddler Urinal
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