Teaching children to eliminate diapers and use the toilet, commonly known as toilet training or potty training, involves a series of steps to ensure the child feels comfortable and confident with this new skill.
Here are some effective strategies:
Assess Readiness:
• Able to pull their pants up and down.
• The child should understand basic instructions and recognise the need to use the toilet.
• They tell us when they pee or pooped
• The child should show interest in using the toilet and be willing to try.
• Pull their diapers when its wet
• Resist to change diapers, pulling off their diaper
Choose the Right Time:
• Start toilet training when there are no major disruptions or changes in the child’s routine.
Introduce the Concept:
• Talk to your child about using the toilet and explain the process.
• Read books or watch videos about potty training together.
Set Up a Potty Chair:
• Place a potty chair in a convenient location.
• Allow the child to explore and sit on it with clothes on to get comfortable.
Establish a Routine:
• Encourage your child to sit on the potty at regular times, such as after meals, before bed, and upon waking.
• Use consistent language to describe the process.
Teach Hygiene:
• Show your child how to wash properly, wash hands, and flush.
Transition from Diapers:
• Gradually transition to training pants or underwear.
• Allow the child to pick out their underwear to increase excitement.
Stay Patient and Positive:
• Expect accidents and handle them calmly.
• Maintain a positive attitude to encourage the child.
Use Visual and Auditory Cues:
• Some children benefit from using visual charts to track their progress.
• Set timers or use songs to remind them to try using the potty.
Nighttime Training:
• Once daytime training is established, consider nighttime training.
• Limit fluids before bed and use overnight training pants if needed.
Each child is unique, so it's important to adapt these strategies to suit their individual needs and pace. Patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement are key to successful toilet training.
Note: Article was written by Puan Mawar Ashireem (CEO Tadika Brainy Bunch Preschool)
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