As a Montessori preschool and daycare, we deal with potty training on a daily basis. We recognize that it is a skill, and like other skills, potty training requires knowing when the child is ready and then providing the right tools for her to learn. The skill is a developmental milestone and an excellent way to build self-esteem and personal responsibility in young minds. Know When To TrainUntil your Montessori preschooler is developmentally and physically able to control bladder and bowel urges, children will not learn to use the potty. Some children are ready by around 20 months, but others make take longer. Watch for signals like longer periods between wet diapers and vocal sounds or facial signs and then ease into the process.
Make It Easy Provide an easy to reach potty, preferably in your home restroom. Talk to your children about the need to go and let them see you sitting on the toilet. Dress your little one in clothing that is easy to remove and provide hints or suggestions as you feel is necessary. Teach boys and girls alike to sit down when using the potty and boys can learn to go standing once using the restroom is more common. Build Confidence If going potty becomes stressful, small children may balk at the idea of trying. Instead, give praise when she gets to the potty in time and discuss using it in a positive way. Let her know that this is a big step in growing up and a goal worth being excited about. Keep in mind that this is a difficult task for little children and help her feel confident about the job. Remembering to go and timing the need are skills your child has to learn. Accidents will happen and focusing on them introduces a negative aspect to mastering potty use. Be very clear that having an accident is different than misbehaving, and offer a positive note by suggesting that next time it will work out. Comments are closed.
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