Question 1

i am potty training my 3 year old who has a strong personality.the only method that has worked is by having her naked. she still bed wets. any advice?

Accepted Answer

Potty training: Wetting the bed is considered normal in children up to 6 years of she. As to the potty training try behavior modification i.E for each successful bm reward with a gold star. After five stars win a prize.

Question 2

i've begun potty training my 3 year old daughter, but she fearful & is holding it for a long time (one day for 18 hours). what can i do to help her?

Accepted Answer

Several things: First, the ability to be toilet trained depends on neurological maturation. Second, toilet training is a skill that is easily shaped through positive reinforcement.  Failures should be ignored and successes praised.  Putting too much emphasis on the toilet training and failures can increase the child's resistance.  Most children learn this skill easily if done in a relaxed manner.

Question 3

4th day of potty training my 33months old, and she hasn't urinated for 20 hours. after 20 hours she vomitted and peed. she was eating and drinking like normal. how is that possible to control for 20 hours? what could be the reason?

Accepted Answer

Amazing kids: Kids do amazing things sometimes. We always want to keep potty training a happy event with lots of smiles and hugs. Thus, if she is sick with vomiting or other stomach flu symptoms, one might consider postponing potty training until she is well. If any worrisome symptoms, parents can call the child's pediatrician and describe the details.

Question 4

day 3 of potty training & my toddler wants to sit on the potty the whole day. i talked with him several times, he refuses to play, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Don't be Stubborn: It can be easy to get into a habit of arguing and it's good to avoid that. In most cases, it will pass on its own. You can entice him away with an activity or person he enjoys  but just make a brief offer, then leave. You can out last him. If this sort of stubborness persists, find a gentle child psychologist for eval and play therapy. In any case, keep it light and easy. Good luck.

Question 5

hi doctor. we are potty training our two year old. his poops have become irregular. this is the third day without poop. we have tried apple sauce, papaya and oranges. what is your advice on this?

Accepted Answer

Process: Applesauce actually causes constipation. Try Apple juice or prune juice instead. Also increase his fluid intake and keep regular mealtimes. Frequently a potty training child will withhold the poop on purpose due to fear or a feeling of powerlessness. Talk to your Pediatrician to come up with a game plan. Keep the potty sessions positive and rewarding and be patient.

Question 6

what age is good fot potty training?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the child: Most kids get interested in the potty around 18 mo. & train by 2 yrs. If their parents start taking them along every time the parents use the toilet. Put the kiddy potty on the bathroom floor so that your child can sit on it while you use the regular one. Start your child with clothes on;after a few days, go to just diaper, then, when your child's ready, to bare-bottom. Lots of praise & rewards help!

Question 7

what is a good age for potty training?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This depends on your child but generally you can start at 2-3 years of age.  Some children will not be willing to start this early and you do not want to force the issue.

Question 8

whens a good age to start potty training?

Accepted Answer

Varies by child : Varies by each child and his/her readiness to begin potty training, but typically between 2-3 years of age.  View the following links for additional information: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/in-depth/potty-training/art-20045230.  And: http://www.babycenter.com/potty-training

Question 9

my kid is 12months old, when can  i start potty training for him?

Accepted Answer

It is early now...: Potty training is most effective when the child has shown signs of being ready - dry during the night, has longer periods of time during the day when they remain dry, and can express to you that they need to go.  Usually, this isn't until 2-3 years of age.There is no race or rush necessary and pushing the fact earlier than this is more likely to end up resulting in conflict/stress for both of you

Question 10

what if your child shows signs of readiness for potty training but still won't go?

Accepted Answer

Control realization: Smart children sometimes come to realize that for first time in their lives they can actually control something and attempts to forcibly train can only have negative consequences. Let child sit on potty if they wish, but don't tell them to push it out. This can result in them contracting pelvic floor muscles coincident with abdominal wall muscles & can lead to bladder dysfunction.

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I am potty training my 3 year old who has a strong personality.the only method that has worked is by having her naked. she still bed wets. any advice?

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I've begun potty training my 3 year old daughter, but she fearful & is holding it for a long time (one day for 18 hours). what can i do to help her?

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4th day of potty training my 33months old, and she hasn't urinated for 20 hours. after 20 hours she vomitted and peed. she was eating and drinking like normal. how is that possible to control for 20 hours? what could be the reason?

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Day 3 of potty training & my toddler wants to sit on the potty the whole day. i talked with him several times, he refuses to play, what should i do?

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Hi doctor. we are potty training our two year old. his poops have become irregular. this is the third day without poop. we have tried apple sauce, papaya and oranges. what is your advice on this?

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What age is good fot potty training?

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What is a good age for potty training?

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Whens a good age to start potty training?

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My kid is 12months old, when can i start potty training for him?

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What if your child shows signs of readiness for potty training but still won't go?

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