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How do I know when my child is ready for potty training?.
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We suggest that some children
may be ready for potty training at around 2 -3 years of age. This is because children
of this age have progressed developmentally both physically and emotionally, to
both recognize the need to wee and pooh and control both their bladder and rectal
muscles. This age range however is a guide and it really depends on your Childs
developmental stage
So when they reach this age some of the signs below may give
you an indication of their readiness.
- They may be staying
dry for longer periods of time usually a few hours or so.
- Recognizing and indicating
to you that they are weeing or poohing in their nappy and asking to be changed
or taking off their own nappy.
- They can already pull
their pants up and down.
- They can follow simple
instructions.
- They can sit for a few
minutes without becoming distracted or irritable.
- They show interest and
or a desire in keeping dry or clean, or wearing underwear and especially in
what you or siblings are doing in the toilet.
Potty training should not
be forced and only done when a child is ready developmentally. Remember to be
patient and reward your Childs first steps to independence.
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