Potty training my son

Hey, usually children are not ready to start training until around 24 months but some good guidelines to go by to see if he is ready are:

1. Is he showing interest in going to the toilet? Does he follow you and want to see what you are doing? Does he ask to sit on the toilet?

2. Does he tell you that his nappy is soiled or wet? Does he tell you he is doing something in his nappy?

3. does he seem to have regular times that he needs changing?

If you answered yes to any 2 of the above, then it might be time to start introducing him to the potty/ toilet. Encourage him with praise when he gets it right (“What a grown up boy you are using the toilet” etc) but still encourage when he doesn’t (“that’s OK, you can try again next time” etc).

My only warning is not to force the issue. Some children show an interest and then revert back, especially if there are major changes going on in their lives such as a new sibling, a death in the family, or even starting/ changing preschool. Some children will do this a few times before being fully trained. The secret is to be patient and encourage him. Stressing about it can actually make the whole process take longer.

All children are different. He will do it in his own time.

Good luck, hope this helps.

S&S