Potty training is a simple but painstaking process that requires maximum effort not only from the child, but also from his parents. A year and a half is the ideal age to get rid of diapers.
Individual characteristics
Potty training of a child is a long, but uncomplicated process, which has its own characteristics. It all depends on the age of the baby and the assertiveness of the parents. According to Dr. Komarovsky, a fidget begins to consciously control urination only from 2, 5-3 years old. However, the doctor also claims that babies can make certain progress at a year and a half, and even at 6 months. Each child is individual, the sooner the parents start teaching him to relieve himself on the potty, the better.
Where to begin?
Getting to know the pot should be started gradually. Initially, it can interest the child as a toy. Toddlers often take teddy bears to the toilet and come up with other interesting activities to get comfortable with a new thing. When parents see that the pot does not cause negative emotions in the child, you can safely remove the diaper. The main thing in this case is to detect the time interval of urination and regularly offer the child to empty himself. You should not expect that in the first days, weeks, and maybe even months, the baby will independently ask to go to the toilet. It should be remembered that wet tights of a child are not his fault, but their parents. At least in the early stages of getting to know the pot.
The acquaintance with the pot should be started gradually, initially it can become a fun toy for the kid.
When will the child ask for a potty?
Regular potty driving will sooner or later cause a conditioned reflex in the baby. This may take several weeks or months, depending on the age and developmental level of the child. Parents should remember that a fidget will never learn to relieve himself in a pot if he is wearing a diaper. You can't do without wet panties and tights, even with a great desire. It is unrealistic to completely abandon diapers at the first stage, since no one is insured against an "unforeseen situation" on the street, at a party, on the road, etc. However, at home, it's best to keep their use to a minimum.
Each child is individual, it may take several weeks or months before he independently asks for a potty.
Common mistakes
You should never scold a child for having relieved himself. This is totally normal. Screaming can make your toddler disgusted with the potty, making the situation much more difficult. No need to wait two or three years, a year and a half - the ideal age to get rid of diapers, not right away, gradually the child will take his first step towards independence. If the fidget shows obvious dissatisfaction, cries and categorically refuses to meet the "new friend" - it is better to postpone it.
