Not only do daycare workers tend to be firmer than parents, they also worry less and rarely get riled up in matters of the toilet. Persuading a toddler to first sit on the potty is no small task. Some are scared, some get mad and others are just not interested. Then he suggests the untrained child give it a try. If the child refuses, Barker shrugs it off—and then offers again a few hours later. And the next day, and the day after that. First, they teach a child to pull down and then up his own pants in the bathroom.
Flushing the toilet or pulling off toilet paper further helps kids feel in control of the world of the bathroom. Many daycares also have a stash of potty books around to help kids get used to the idea.
And when you get a defiant no to your bathroom offers, try to conceal your frustration. But keep offering. The daycare way: The potty-versus-toilet debate gets little airing at daycares—they have what they have and kids must adjust. If all they have are full-sized toilets, daycare workers drag out stools to help kids climb up. Toilets are big and loud and some kids are scared of them; others know the potty is not what adults use, and thus give them a snub.
So have both a potty and seat insert decorated with Dora or whatever appeals available, and use the one your child prefers without making a fuss or trying to talk her into the option most convenient for you. They do a quick cleanup, put the child in fresh clothes and simply move on.
Or sometimes a big change, such as a new baby in the family, a renovation or being on vacation, can cause a series of setbacks. Try this at home: Keep in mind that this is a temporary phase, and your child will go back to going in the toilet. Try not to get upset or punish her for backsliding. If you think the relapse may be the result of something going on around her, talk to your child about it and see how you can make it easier for her to cope.
Toilet learning while in a child care or daycare setting may be easier than it is at home. At school, your toddler sees other children visiting the bathroom, which can create a powerful incentive and example.
Teachers are usually very experienced in toilet learning and can offer you a lot of support. Many schools have toddler-sized toilets and sinks, which can make the process much less intimidating. Ask for the teacher's insights, and try not to compare your child to other children in the center. Soon, your days of changing diapers will be over and your toddler will seem oh, so grown up.
As you go through the toilet learning process, try to keep perspective. Some children are very motivated and learn to use the toilet quickly. Others need more time before they completely master this developmental task. Remember that both you and your child are doing the best you can.
Before long, your child will be diaper-free and ready for the next adventure. Written by: Bright Horizons Education Team. Get our weekly newsletter for all things early child development—from the benefits of pretend play to at-home STEM activities, and teaching kindness—along with encouragement for every stage of your parenting journey.
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According to Today's Parent, the one thing your daycare provider should absolutely never do is punish your kid if they have an accident , as it's totally counterproductive and might lead to setbacks.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics AAP , you should start potty training your child when they show signs of readiness, and not when they hit a specific age, to improve your chances of success.
According to Oh Crap Potty Training, that can prove difficult when some day cares have rules about kids being potty trained by a certain age , or group toddlers — who need more hands-on assistance — with older kids. According to Today's Parent, sometimes grouping younger and older children together can actually be good for potty training purposes. Because peer pressure can have a huge impact, seeing big kids use the potty by themselves at school might be just what your child needs to get motivated to ditch their diapers.
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