Title: Toilet Training (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth
Headings: Toilet Training
Toilet Training
When Are Kids Ready to Toilet Train?
How Long Does Toilet Training Take?
Potty Types
About Training Pants
Tips for Toilet Training
Common Toilet Training Problems

Content: It often takes between  3 and 6 months, but can take more or less time for some children. If you start too  soon, the process tends to take longer. And it  can take months to even years to master staying dry at night. Potty Types
The two basic potty options are: a standalone, toddler-size potty chair with a bowl that can be emptied into the  toilet
a toddler-size seat that can be placed on top of a toilet seat that will let your  child feel more secure and not fear falling in. If you choose this, get a stepping  stool so your child can reach the seat comfortably and feel supported while having  a bowel movement. It's usually best for boys to first learn to use the toilet sitting down before  learning to pee standing up. For boys who feel awkward — or scared — about  standing on a stool to pee in the toilet, a potty chair may be a better option. You may want to get a training potty or seat for every bathroom in your house. You may even want to keep a potty in the trunk of your car for emergencies.