4HisGlory
12-01-2009, 01:56 PM
So when did you call it quits with diapers? J has really regressed. He will only use the potty (usually) if he is naked. He will go on his own, but if you ask him if he needs to go, or make him sit on the potty he will say he doesn't have to go and fuss if you try to make him. He will be 28 months this month so I know we are still "early" for a boy but I really would like to get one out of diapers. Do I need to wait until he is going more consistently? Also how do I get him in underwear? He just goes in them...any idea?
BlessedMommy
12-01-2009, 02:06 PM
I'm probably a little jaded, because I started training my DD shortly after she turned two and just now at 3 years, 3 months, there may possibly be an end in sight to the accidents. (or maybe not)
I say, if you have to push him very hard, don't bother.
JoyLynn
12-01-2009, 03:10 PM
I agree with Ruth, hon. You have all kinds of time, and Josh will only grow more mature and ready as time goes on. I say, put it off until he's closer to three, and then really work on being consistent.
As for the actual potty training: When each one of my kids were really 'ready' (as well as their mommy! ;-) ), my kids went on the potty no matter what. We had a potty schedule (like, hit the bathroom once an hour) where they had to at least sit on the potty for a bit (maybe five minutes), and if they copped a tude, we dealt with the discipline issue.
Also, for us, our home, and my sanity, I made sure accidents weren't going to wind up on the floor and extra work for me. I used pull-ups for all the kids. For me, it helped me to be patient when there was an accident because potty didn't mean more work and stress for me. There was lots of instruction and role playing for potty practice. Tried to make the whole experience a positive thing. Then, big praise and rewards when potty happened in the toilet. Worked well. :-D
I'd say, the most important elements for potty training are readiness, consistency, discipline, and gobs and gobs of patience on Mommy's part. And every child potty trains differently. :mrgreen:
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