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Whats the normal age to start potty training my son? he's 19months old now and i feel like he should be potty trained?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Toilet training: It is a bit early to start. However, if he is staying dry for long periods of time you might start otherwise i would wait until he is 24 months.

Answered 1/30/2015

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Around 2: Most kids train around their second birthday. However, with any developmental milestone, age varies from child to child. You should not "expect" him to be trained by now, nor can he sing the national anthem yet. But he may be showing signs of interest, and then it's ok to start working with him. Many toddlers show some initial interest and then back away. Be patient and work with them, not against.

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

A toddler who walks: from room to room, pulls his/her pants & pull-up or underpants up & down & says " pee-pee", "poo-poo" or "potty" to indicate he senses the urge to "go" is ready for daytime toilet training. If not, you may create a behavior problem . There's no harm in putting a potty chair in the bathroom for the child to sit on while you model using the toilet, but don't force the child to sit on it.

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