5 Signs Your Child Is Ready for Potty Training

 Potty training is a big milestone for both parents and children. It can be exciting, challenging, and sometimes frustrating. But how do you know when your child is ready to ditch the diapers and use the potty? Below are some signalss that your baby is now ready to begin potty training:

 

1. If your baby exhibits an interest in learning to use the potty and wanting to be more independent. They may ask questions about how the potty works, watch you or other family members use the toilet, or express a desire to wear underwear instead of diapers-.

2. Your child can understand and verbalize words about using the potty. They may tell you when they need to go, when they are going, or when they are done. They may also use words like pee, poop, wet, dry, etc.

3. Your child can make the connection between having the urge to pee or poop and going to use the potty. They may show signs of discomfort or awareness when they have a wet or dirty diaper, and may pull at it, take it off, or ask you to change it. They may also try to find a private place to do their business, such as behind a couch or in a cornerr.

4. Your child can follow simple instructions and likes to copy your behavior, including bathroom habits. They may be able to pull down their pants and underwear by themselves, sit on the potty chair or toilet for a few minutes at a time, and help with wiping and flushing. They may also imitate how you or other role models use the toilet-.

5. Your child has dry diapers for long periods of time (around 2 hours) during the day, and sometimes wakes up with a dry diaper after naps or in the morning. This means that their bladder muscles are developed enough to hold urine for longer periods of time-.

 

If your child shows some or all of these signs of readiness, it may be a good time to start introducing them to the potty training process. However, every child is different and learns at their own pace. Some children may be ready as early as 18 months old, while others may not be ready until they are 3 years old or older. The most important thing is to be patient, supportive, and positive with your child as they learn this new skilll.