When Your Child Refuses To Be Potty Trained?

Answer 1

Sometimes parents rely too heavily on parenting books and, in an effort to keep up with the Baby Joneses, start potty training too early. This often leads to a long, frustrating training period for children and parents alike. But the last thing you want to do is give up when you've spent weeks, maybe months, encouraging your little one to try his or her hardest. Instead, re-focus on these helpful tips.

1. Make it fun. There are a variety of potty training books and videos on the market for your little own to enjoy. Sometimes, successful potty training comes down to your toddler being a willing participant.

2. Be consistent. Don't potty train only when it's convenient for you as a parent. Scheduled potty breaks are also recommended, for instance, once every hour.

3. Let your child become familiar with the potty chair. Often times, children are simply afraid to sit on what appears to be a brand new, strange piece of furniture. Allow your child to see you or other family members on the adult toilet. If you have a smaller child who can still fit on the child's potty, have them demonstrate to the younger sibling.

4. Be positive, regardless. Even if no progress is made while your toddler is perched upon the potty, they should still be praised for trying. Remember, also, that it's not easy to potty upon demand. Read your child a story while they sit on the potty.

5. Give treats. Remember when you were trying to house train the dog, and you gave him a treat every time he did his business outdoors? Rather than Milk Bones, try sugar-free gummy bears or another tasty but relatively healthy snack.

6. Dress them appropriately. You don't want your toddler to be upset when he or she cannot unbuckle jeans or peel off two layers of clothing and wets their pants.

Above all, be patient. Potty training is difficult, but think of all the money you'll save on diapers. Also remember that someday you will look back on these days as some of the best.