Watching your child learn and grow is one of the biggest joys of being a parent. However, some tasks can be rather difficult to teach. Potty training is one such task which requires a great deal of time and patience. In most cases children show readiness to begin using the toilet by 18 months to 3 years of age. Some children may become ready even later, at about age four. The basic requirement for potty training is that the child should be able to walk and sit. These movements require physical and mental development, and once a child is able to perform them successfully, he/she will be able to also use the toilet. Potty training for boys...
...may require more time as they may take a while to coordinate their movements correctly. When a child is ready, he may also start imitating the bathroom habits of others and may communicate his need to go to the toilet. Children who experience dry periods of a minimum of 3 to 4 hours are able to exert bladder control, and are therefore ready for potty training.
Before beginning potty training for boys, ensure that you have the necessary equipment ready. This would include a child-sized potty or a seat that can be attached to a regular potty seat. The important thing is that the child must be able to support himself with his feet so that he has the necessary stability. Firstly, the process must be explained to the child. You can place the child on the seat without a nappy so that he becomes used to the process. Mistakes must be handled gently as reprimanding the child will increase his discomfort. The child must not be pressurized as in addition to learning the process, he also has to remain in control of his bladder and bowels. You can also dress the child in clothes that are easy to remove when he needs to use the potty. A few basic hygiene tips should also be taught to the child. Teach him to wash his hands and wipe himself.
To get a child used to the potty seat, you can maintain a routine during which you have him sit on the potty seat at specific times even if he does not need to use it. Potty training for boys takes time and night training may require even more time. To reduce the frequency of nighttime urges, limit the amount of water you give him before he goes to bed. You can also reassure him that if heeds to use the potty at night, you will be there to help him.
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