Baby Potty Training Tips and Safety

Most babies are ready to be potty trained when they are about 18 months of age. Sometimes, training can last up till 3 years of age. Depending on the age, potty training can be either baby potty training or infant potty training. Infant and newborn potty training is inadvisable as your baby has not yet developed enough control over their bladder. In most cultures, potty training starts earlier for boys as they take longer than girls to get potty trained. It is mutual task that needs understanding between the child and the caregiver, requiring cooperation and patience. The best potty training involves consistency and reinforcement and not punishment, thereby making it easier for the child.

Baby Potty Training Tips

Training the child to use the potty can take from few days to several months, and it is important for the parents to be prepared for this and be patient. See if your baby is ready and watch for signs to know if your baby can be potty trained. The signs include the baby staying dry for about two hours at a time, the baby having bowel movements at relatively regular intervals, and the baby’s ability to follow simple instructions. Be sure to know when your baby needs to use the potty by watching their facial expressions, postures, or reading their sign language. If your baby tells you about the need to use the potty praise her and encourage her to do so.

Baby Potty Training equipment

Buy the right equipment either a child-sized potty or a special seat to be attached to the regular toilet. Be sure that it is comfortable and convenient for the baby. You can use a book or a video to reinforce the concept. Allow your child to get used to the potty and make her sit on it regularly when she is about to have a bowel movement or urinate. Never force the baby to sit on the potty as it might scare them. Place the potty in a convenient place, so that the baby can tell or show you that she wants to use it. It helps if you can explain the process and you can show it by emptying the diaper in the potty. You can also show them the regular toilet and make them understand.

There are bound to be accidents and delays in potty training. Be patient and persistent in your efforts. Be prepared to delay training if your baby shows resistance; do not insist and force them. Ensure that your child is psychologically ready and can control his or her bladder; this is because babies are often unable to hold large amounts of urine

Baby Potty Training

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