Youre getting tired of changing those diapers, arent you? Its so great to be able to get your child out of diapers. But, when it comes to potty training, timing is everything. If you start when your child isnt ready, it will just take longer. However, if you miss the right opportunity, your child may resist the process more when you try later on. So, just how do you know when to begin?
First of all forget what your mom told you about having you potty trained by the time you were eighteen months old. She probably just had herself trained to sit you on the toilet at regular intervals, which is not the same as being fully potty trained. Its really best not to even think about potty training until your child is two. But, for most children, the right time will hit sometime between the ages of two and three.
When your child is ready to begin potty training, he will show an interest. He will begin to want to observe your toilet habits and will ask questions. Explain that big people go to the potty instead of using a diaper. Even if it makes you uncomfortable, let your child go to the bathroom with you and watch. If you have a son, make sure Daddy is taking him to the...