Title: Q&A: Know Your Child’s Level of Readiness for Potty Training | Parents
Headings: Q&A: Know Your Child’s Level of Readiness for Potty Training
Q&A: Know Your Child’s Level of Readiness for Potty Training
How should I start potty training my child?
What is the earliest you can start to potty train your kids? My son is 14 months old. Is he too young to start trying?
Should my child use a potty chair before transitioning to a real toilet?
My son will be four in March and refuses to potty.... Shouldn't he be interested by now?
My 3-year-old is adamant about not using the potty. How can I motivate her?
What's the best way to reward my child for using the potty?
Should I transition my toddler to a bed before beginning potty training?
I have a 22 month old daughter who now takes off her diaper and urinates on the floor. Is this a sign she is ready for the potty?
My husband is pressuring our 2-1/2-year-old son to use the potty, but I don't think he's ready. What should I do?
How do I help my child move from the potty to the big toilet?
Is there anything I can do to prepare my child for potty training?
At what age are most kids ready for potty training?
How often should I remind my child to go to the bathroom while she's being potty trained?
How long should it take to potty train my child?
How should I teach my child to use public bathrooms?

Content: With a little potty, her feet are on the floor, making her feel physically grounded and relaxed. Also, being able to get to the potty without your help will let her feel more in control—and cut down on accidents. Down the road, switching to the big toilet (with or without an insert) shouldn't really be a big deal, since she'll probably already use one outside the house. — Nancy Rones
My son will be four in March and refuses to potty.... Shouldn't he be interested by now? Most children should be interested in using the potty by age 3. If you have made it to 3 ½ or 4 and he is refusing (which is different from a lack of interest) there is a problem. The first step is to try to figure out if there is any sort of negative association with the bathroom or toilet (ie is he afraid of the flushing sound) and to reassure him that he is safe when he uses the bathroom facilities. Some children understand that when they can use the bathroom independently they will go to preschool and may fear the separation from mom or dad and therefore don’t want to use the toilet. The next step is to explain to him that it is time for him to use the bathroom. Find a few days when you can remain mostly at home, purchase multiple pairs of underwear, and be prepared for accidents.