Potty training your child could be a big challenge,
especially if it is your firstborn. You may be a little nervous wondering if
you are doing everything correctly to ensure the process goes as smoothly as
possible. Potty training is a natural part of a child's development and can be
made easier just by understanding factors that indicate your child is ready to
begin learning the task.
One important thing to stay away from is thinking that potty
training has to take place at a specific age. Children develop different skills
at different ages and every child is unique. Therefore you cannot expect your
child to learn how to potty train at the same age your best friend's child
learned. Instead be patient and understanding.
Trying to potty train a child before they are ready could
results in many setbacks. If the child does not understand what is happening
and why you are taking them into the bathroom they may become discouraged and
even afraid of the bathroom. This could add to the length of time it takes your
child to learn how to use the potty. Therefore, you need to wait until your
child is old enough to understand just what using the potty means.
This would include things like knowing when your child is
beginning to have better control over their bladder because they or staying dry
more often. Also, when they show signs that they do not like having their pants
wet or soiled then you can feel sure they are beginning to understand and it’s
time to start potty training. They should also be coordinated enough to be able
to pull their pants up and down. After all, if they cannot perform this task it
would be difficult to use the potty and may begin to discourage them. You can
help in this area by providing clothing that is easier for the child to remove.
Children are very curious and love to watch what you do, by
allowing them to observe you in the bathroom they will begin to understand and
want to imitate this action. Have a potty chair ready for your child and
explain to them what it is and how to use it. Keeping a light on in the
bathroom can also help considering most light switches are too high for a child
to reach. If they are spending too much time trying to get the light on then it
may be too late to use the potty. One of the most important steps in potty
training your child would be to never yell at them for accidents and always let
them know you are proud of them.
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