You may have (happily) noticed that you’re changing fewer diapers lately and your little one is usually staying dry during naptime. These, along with other signs, indicate that it’s probably time to ...

Toddlers should typically start potty training anywhere from 18 months to 3 years of age. Some tips to potty training include making it fun and helping them get used to sitting on the toilet. The ...

I hear frequently from parents who are trying to toilet train that the child is having some success. Namely, parents will say the child has learned how to pee on the potty, and has no wet accidents.

Potty training is a significant milestone in a child’s development and can be a period of challenge and opportunity for parents. This guide offers comprehensive strategies to potty train your child in ...

Potty training can be one of the most stressful periods in a parent’s life. You know, logically, that your kid is going to learn how to use the toilet, but getting them there takes so much ...

Just when you feel like you’ve finally gotten the baby routine down—wham! It’s time to potty train your toddler. But these tricks and tips can make the process a bit less messy. TIP #1: Make sure your ...

“If a child isn’t truly ready to potty train, this can lead the child and parents to become frustrated, making the process feel more like a punishment instead of a great milestone achievement,” she ...

Potty training tends to loom large in parents’ minds: It’s a major milestone that can be both exciting and a bit fraught. Plus it can feel somewhat confusing, since kids are physically and mentally ...

This is truly 3-Year-Old 101, but—how do I get my kid to go potty before we leave the house? She’s been trained for almost a year and can actually hold it for a pretty impressive stretch. But at home ...

Having a child-sized setup will help children navigate going to the toilet by themselves. Pay attention to cues and also keep track of when they have successes. Use accidents as a learning moment and ...

"How many of your kids are unwilling to sit on the toilet to poop?" Dr. Fred Daum asks two dozen parents at the Winthrop University Community Center in Mineola. Almost every one raises a hand, ...