how to potty train a child.

After potty training my son,cousins, little brother, and my daughter, I will give my humble secret to potty training with love and patience. You cannot, however, be afraid to look hideously goofy (seriously).

Step 1 Watch for "the look."

As early as possible (in age), start to watch for signals on your child's face when they look as if they are using their diaper. Every time they make "the face" , carry them to the restroom and sing the phrase "it's time to pee pee in the potty!" to your favorite tune. This is most effective when you make the faces with them.

Comments

[TXsouthrngrl]

My boys were pretty easy to train. I just had their dad take them with him when ever he "went". If Dad isn't around, maybe a trusted friend, older child, or grandpa. Couldn't tell you about girls though as I have 5 boys...lol

[blkhawk]

+1
I trained my two children the same way. They sat in their little potties while I sat in the "throne". They even brought their favorite books while doing their business.

[cjenkins]

I wish this was a lot longer with more explanation of how different kids reacted. Also, I have done all of this and more, but my daughter still refuses to use the potty except very occasionally. We have books and movies, we have used celebration, songs, peer and parent example, recently we have even stooped to reward, but to no avail, could you elaborate more?

[nephicarrera]

Well, I have heard of some girls potty training as late as four years old. If they have a "potty training party" (this is a prolonged "play date" where their friends use the potty in front of each other) some girls want to "catch up" to their peers. Also, baby dolls that "wet" their diapers seem to help.

[A good name]

This wouldn't be a good idea for getting into the book. This belongs in a child care manual, which I'm sure many DIY'ers wouldn't want.