Potty Training
Potty training is a milestone that most parents eagerly anticipate for their children. If you’re looking forward to relieving yourself of diaper duty, this Web guide can help you determine when your child is ready to start potty training, figure out how to potty train and find answers for potty training problems.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhen to start potty training
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How to start potty training
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Potty training problems
Sometimes parents face so many potty training problems that they may envision their child being the only kid in school who has yet to master the concept. Before worrying too much, check the Web sites recommended below for some helpful suggestions.
Dulcinea's Insight
- Use your best judgment when seeking advice from a message board or blog. If you feel your child’s potty training problems are serious, consult a physician.
- The findingDulcinea Parenting Web Guide recommends some of the best online Web sites for finding age-specific parenting advice, family fun ideas, resources about children’s health and more.
Dulcinea's Picks
For common potty training issues …
Parents.com
presents a list of 12 common potty training difficulties and explains how to solve them.
WebMD
offers thoughts about when to consider bed-wetting a problem, and explains the causes and potential ways to resolve bed-wetting issues.
For parenting message boards …
MSN Lifestyle
features a “Family and Parenting” message board with an entire section devoted to kids who are in the “toddlers, twos and beyond” group. Sign up for a free account to participate in the forums.
Disney Parenting
’s “Parentpedia” provides a handy combination of expert medical and parent-tested advice on toilet training and other child-related issues. Check here for reader-submitted questions and stories about potty training, or sign up to post comments of your own.
For blogs …
The Potty Training Resource
is a blog about handling potty training problems, written by a parent who’s gone through them. While the blog isn’t frequently updated, the tips may be helpful for someone experiencing potty training difficulties.
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