It is during the early stages of a child’s growth that the children learn of
the toilet training skill that gives them more liberty than any other skill
will ever do. potty training also known as toilet training is a self care skill
that most parents or guardians yearn for, as this renders to give them a huge
sigh of relief with the fact that no more diapers or soiled nappies will be
hanging in the house no more.
Recent studies show that most parents and
caregivers think that toilet training helps in instilling independence in the
early stages of physical development of a toddler. Although toilet training has
been considered a controversial topic since time in memorial, it is worth
saying stating that this type of self care skill helps the children in learning
how to use the toilet themselves.
Most recent research shows that, at the age
of two years is when caregivers and parents should start potty training their
children. It is at this age that most babies can distinguish the urge to either
urinate or poo poo and at this age they can also control the muscles that
facilitate waste removal. In other words we can say that young toddlers can’t
really tell when they have to “go” and they are also unable to control whether
or not to “go”.
At around 24 months, it is the most
appropriate age that a toddler has developed the motor ability to walk to and
from the rest room. It is also at this time that they develop the motor ability
to undress and dress themselves without the aid of their caregivers or parents.
It is evident to say that each child develops at its own pace. Many at times
one might find a child wanting to watch what their parents do in the toilet and
it is this kind of anxiety that prompts a toddler to either want to pull down
their diaper and use the toilet seat more often which can very injurious and
therefore the need to potty train.
It is extremely important to note that potty
training or toilet training is a phase that should not be rushed. Children may
be physically ready to toilet train but this does not necessarily mean that
they are mentally or emotionally ready.
Patience is one of the vital virtues that
most caregivers and parents should observe. It is also important to note that
each child will learn these toilet training skills at their own pace, and it is
the parent’s obligation to offer guidance in a calm manner and be consistent in
encouraging their children and eventually nature will take its course.
Some parents can begin to potty train their
children at the age of two. Others can wait until they are five or older but it
is important for the parents to remember that is child develops differently and
special care and time should be given to child. It also imperative for parents
not to put their children under too much pressure since the potty training
session can be a really long, tiresome and stressful experience. Parents should
also observe an attitude of patience, acceptance, love, and respect.
When a child is ready for this life changing
experience they will start showing the following signs like, imitating their
parents toileting practices while showing interest in the potty. At the same
time the child can be able to pull of clothes and at times let you know that
they have soiled their under wear. Some children may seclude themselves and go
to quiet places and start squatting.
Lastly it is worth noting that no
child should be punished for not knowing how to use the potty on time. The
child should be rewarded with incentives from time to time whenever they use
the potty.
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