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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
Potty training
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
Potty training
by don, Jun 12, 2000 12:00AM
I have a 3year old.She always tell us when she is wet or has a present for us.But she does not want to go on tolit at all we have tried almost everything that we can think of but I'm wondering if we are doing something wrong.I need some help if you can?????????????????? Thanks
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Jun 13, 2000 12:00AM
, Jun 13, 2000 12:00AM
Dear Don,
There's no need to worry. There are many children who are three who have not yet achieved toilet training. Be patient and supportive - your daughter will be fine, as development runs its course.
Be sure to keep presenting the option of the potty, without pressure. Keep a simple sticker chart on the wall, and let your daughter know that, each time she uses the potty, you will place a sticker on the chart and she will receive a modest treat.
Also, use the available children's literature on the subject. As children are ready, they very much enjoy these stories.
If you'd be interested is reading other questions and replies on this topic, utilize the SEARCH function in this Forum and type in Toilet Training or Potty Training.
There's no need to worry. There are many children who are three who have not yet achieved toilet training. Be patient and supportive - your daughter will be fine, as development runs its course.
Be sure to keep presenting the option of the potty, without pressure. Keep a simple sticker chart on the wall, and let your daughter know that, each time she uses the potty, you will place a sticker on the chart and she will receive a modest treat.
Also, use the available children's literature on the subject. As children are ready, they very much enjoy these stories.
If you'd be interested is reading other questions and replies on this topic, utilize the SEARCH function in this Forum and type in Toilet Training or Potty Training.
