{"id":4223,"date":"2021-05-31T10:42:44","date_gmt":"2021-05-31T07:42:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/invidyo.com\/blog?p=4223"},"modified":"2021-05-31T14:55:09","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T11:55:09","slug":"potty-training-toddlers-when-to-start-and-best-tips-on-doing-it-right","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/invidyo.com\/blog\/en\/potty-training-toddlers-when-to-start-and-best-tips-on-doing-it-right","title":{"rendered":"Potty Training Toddlers: When To Start and Best Tips on Doing it Right"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is Toilet or Potty Training?<\/span><\/h1>\n

Potty training is a process where a toddler is taught how to use the bathroom for emptying their bladder and bowels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is a major milestone in the life of a toddler because it also means that they no longer have to wear diapers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Toddlers learn to listen to their body for cues, and then go to the bathroom for their potty needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

When Should Toilet Training Begin?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The recommended age for potty training a toddler is between the ages of <\/span>18 and 24 months<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, this will differ from child to child and some children are not ready to be potty trained until they\u2019re older.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

There are some parents who have also begun to train their children at the age of 9-10 months.<\/span><\/p>\n

The process of potty training ultimately depends on your child and how ready you think they are.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Good Age to Start Toilet Training?<\/span><\/h2>\n

When it comes to toilet training, a good age to start is when your child is 2.5 years old. It is important to know that your toddler has to be ready.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can put out a potty chair and see how they feel about it. Depending on your child it may or may not work.<\/span><\/p>\n

If it doesn\u2019t, you can always try again after a couple of months.<\/span><\/p>\n

When Does Toilet Training Start in Infants?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Infant potty training, also known as \u201celimination communication\u201d can start at a very young age, as young as when they are born to when they are 4 months old.<\/span><\/p>\n

It may come as a surprise to you, but infant toilet training is very popular in some parts of the world, and it results in baby being fully potty trained by the time they are 1.5 to 2 years old.<\/span><\/p>\n

Infant toilet training is more of a norm in other cultures, like African and Asian cultures, than it is in America.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Is it Bad to Potty Train too Early?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In many countries around the world, such as in Africa, Asia, and even in some European countries, potty training happens at an earlier age.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In these cultures, potty training before the age of two is the norm and it usually starts when the child is able to sit up on their own.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, there are some <\/span>pediatric urologists<\/span><\/a> who believe that toilet training before the age of 2 can result in bladder control problems and even constipation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With that being said, there is very limited research done on this subject so it cannot be said that it is bad to potty train too early.<\/span><\/p>\n

It ultimately comes down to how ready your child is.<\/span><\/p>\n

Will a Child Eventually Potty Train Themselves?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Child-led potty training, just like baby-led weaning, is a common approach that parents use to potty train their children. It is a laid-back process where the child is not pushed to potty train but instead gently encouraged till they are ready on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n

With child-led potty training, parents do have to do a number of things that subconsciously help a child potty train themselves. This includes things like talking about going potty, letting them see how you use the potty as part of your daily life, and gently encourage them.<\/span><\/p>\n

While this process will take some time, but with some patience, it can potentially result in the child eventually potty training themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Do I Know My Child is Ready for Toilet\/Potty Training?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Potty training is a huge event for the child and for the parents as well. But it can also be a very trying (and messy) process.<\/span><\/p>\n

The best thing you can do to ensure that everything goes smoothly as possible is to make sure that your child is ready for being potty trained.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some signs that will let you know your child is ready for potty training:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Your child understands potty lingo<\/b>. They tell you when they have pooped or peed in their diapers. This is a good sign because it tells you they understand the concept of urination and defecation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. They are having fewer dirty and wet diapers.<\/b> This shows that the child is learning bladder and bowel control, which typically happens when they are around <\/span>18 months old<\/span><\/a>. Their bowel movements will also be more predictable in this stage.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
    2. They are interested in your bathroom habits. <\/b>You will notice that your child is showing interest in knowing what you do in the bathroom. This is the perfect time to potty train them as you show them by example and make it into a fun activity.<\/li>\n
    3. They can undress themselves. <\/b>This is important because they will need to know how to pull down their pants for going to the potty.<\/li>\n
    4. They want to be more independent. <\/b>A toddler will start expressing their desire to be more independent at a certain stage in their life, such as wanting to make decisions on what to wear, what to eat, etc.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
    5. They are able to follow instructions. <\/b>Once you notice that your child is able to follow simple instructions, they are ready for being potty trained.<\/li>\n
    6. They don\u2019t like being in a dirty diaper for too long. <\/b>If your child is aware of the discomfort they feel from being in a wet or dirty diaper, it may be a good time to teach them to ditch the diapers altogether.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      How Do I Prepare My Baby for Potty Training?<\/span><\/h2>\n

      Once you feel like your toddler is ready to be potty trained, you can begin to prepare them for the process. Here are some things you can do that will help prepare your child to be successfully potty trained:<\/span><\/p>\n