Potty training: How to get the job done
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Getting your child ready to potty train
Is your child ready?
Ready, set, go!
Explain hygiene
Ditch the diapers
Take breaks and be supportive
Nighttime training
Accidents will happen
When to seek help
Take breaks and be supportive
Let your child go back to wearing diapers if your child isn't able to stay dry. Also, try to encourage your child to use the potty chair more. Think about using a sticker or star chart along with rewards such as playtime or reading a book together.
When your child masters using the potty chair, you can slowly phase out the chair. For instance, you could have your child use the regular toilet with an over-the-toilet seat and step stool.
If your child resists using the potty chair or struggles to learn to use it for weeks, take a break. Chances are your child isn't ready yet. Pushing your child when your child isn't ready can lead to a frustrating power struggle. Try again in a few weeks or months. In the meantime, keep talking with your child about toilet training. It may help for you to read books or watch videos on the topic.