What are the best potty-training methods and what are the best tips for potty-training?

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asked Aug 29 in Toddler/Preschooler by nathanbrwon (580 points)
What are the best potty-training methods and what are the best tips for potty-training?

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answered Aug 29 by harrysmith (180 points)

Potty training can be a challenging milestone. But with the right methods and tips, it can be a smooth process. The best potty-training methods include a child-led approach, where the child shows signs of readiness, such as staying dry for longer periods, showing interest in the bathroom, or expressing discomfort with dirty diapers. The next effective method is the reward system, where children are encouraged with praise or small rewards like stickers for using the potty. But this will trail the method of engagement with a talking toy. Animatronic toys are available to give the best tips for potty training, which children love to gain. Once they start stepping up through voice-enabled guidelines, reward them with motivational applauds and gifts.

Consistency is key. So, establish a routine by taking your child to the potty at regular intervals, especially after meals or before bedtime. Patience and positive reinforcement are crucial; avoid punishment for accidents as this can cause anxiety and setbacks.

Some animatronic toilet training toys can add a fun and interactive element to potty training. They respond to your child’s actions with encouraging phrases, making the experience enjoyable and engaging. They fill kids with confidence by turning potty training into a playful adventure, motivating children to use the potty regularly. Incorporating these toys into your potty-training routine can make the process more exciting and effective, helping your child reach this important milestone with ease and enthusiasm.

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answered Aug 29 by TAnderson (14,520 points)
The best potty training methods for most kids is the oh crap method although it doesn't work for all kids.

Also if you wait until around 3 years old or a little after 3 years old the child's bladder will have developed better and they will be able to hold in their pee longer so there will be less accidents.

Once a child is 3 or older the potty training is in most cases very easy and is how I potty trained by son.

I tried potty training at age 2 and he just was not ready so I backed off and put him back in diapers and waited until he was 3 years and 4 months and then tried again.

He then was potty trained in 3 days and didn't need any help.

The average age for potty training now has increased to around 3 years old to 3 and 1/2 years old.

It's also very common for some kids to not potty train and still be in diapers full time until around 4 years old.

Even now some Kindergarten kids are still not potty trained but the majority of kids are potty trained by age 4 years old and even 3 years old.

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