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Toilet Training

Is My Child Ready?

Part Two

By Jessica Williams

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  • Your child is uncomfortable in a soiled or wet diaper. If you walk into your toddler's room and he has taken off his diaper, ask him why. If he points to it and makes a bad expression, tells you it didn't feel good or asks for a new one, he is telling you he likes to be dry. Another common sign is if your little one asks to be changed (by either actions or words), brings you another diaper or expects to be changed at a certain time each day (like after a meal).

  • Potty TrainingYour child shows interest in the toilet or the act of going to the bathroom. If your toddler follows you into the bathroom and asks questions (either verbally or with expressions and gestures), remembers the general routine (sit, wipe, flush), or wants to flush the toilet or hand you toilet paper, he is interested in the process. Encourage this behavior and explain what you are doing.

  • Your child likes to be praised and follows directions. At some point, your toddler will want to please you by following your instruction. For example, if your toddler can clear his own place at the table or pick up some toys or clothes and put them in a basket after you've asked him to, and he enjoys receiving your praise, he may be willing to try the new task of toilet training.


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