What is a potty training chart? Reward charts can be hugely motivating to the 5 and under crowd – especially when you're starting to potty train. A potty training chart is really just a glorified ...

When your child is sitting on the potty, it's important he's able to lean slightly forward with his feet on the ground, especially when he's having a bowel movement. Most experts advise buying a child ...

Encourage your child to sit on the potty at regular intervals, such as after meals or before bedtime, and praise them for each attempt, success or not. This reinforces the habit and reduces ...

You should make sure your child is able to physically sit on the toilet, has the desire to go to the bathroom and can communicate with you that they need to go, Casares said.

"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 ...

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 child is ready. Some kids are ready at 18 months and others are 3 years ...

Potty training is hard, and can drive a parent nuts. Here's what research says (and doesn't say) about what to do and when.

TRY MAKING SITTING ON THE POTTY A FUN THING FOR THEM TO DO. Mum 2: Look! What's this? It's your potty! Would you like to see it? Child: Yeah. Mum 2: Look, Paddy. Your baby is going to sit on the ...

Let’s start with some facts: A 3-year-old is not interested in the time it takes to sit and poop on the potty. Most 3-year-olds are too busy for that, and although urine comes easily, poop is ...