7 Tricks to Master Toilet Training!

Are you struggling to potty train your child? 

Is your child having a hard time grasping the concept of going to the bathroom?

Are you worried your child may fall behind in development?

Don’t worry! In time, your child will conform when they’re ready. Often, parents worry too much because they want their child to be considered normal. What is normal exactly? Everyone is different and progresses at their own pace, so give your child a chance!

We have compiled a list of tricks to master toilet training. We hope you see successes after using these tricks at home, including:

1. Schedule potty breaks.
2. Help your child notice the signs such as squirming, squatting or holding themselves.
3. Consider bribes.
4. Throw away the diapers!
5. Know when to take a break if your child isn’t getting the hang of it.
6. Praise your child when they do it right.
7. Avoid shaming your child when accidents happen. 

According to the Mayo Clinic, “occasional accidents are harmless, but they can lead to teasing, embarrassment and alienation from peers. If your potty-trained child reverts or loses ground — especially at age 4 or older — or you're concerned about your child's accidents, contact his or her doctor. Sometimes wetting problems indicate an underlying physical condition, such as a urinary tract infection or an overactive bladder. Prompt treatment can help your child become accident-free.”

If you decide to try some of these things with your child, we’d like to know how it works for you. In addition, are there any other alternatives that already work for you that you’d like to suggest to other parents? Please let us know in the comments! At Little Angels Daycare in Ypsilanti serving Saline, we’re dedicated to our students’ health and well-being.

Do you know of a parent looking for a quality daycare in Ypsilanti, Saline or the surrounding areas? Please encourage them to contact us to schedule a tour of Little Angels Preschool & Daycare.