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Dec 09

When to potty train?

little girl smilingPotty training is a tricky issue. While many children are ready sometime during their second year, others aren’t interested until well into the third year. One of the best ways of knowing if your child is ready to train is whether or not he/she is bothered by a dirty or wet diaper. Once you know the child is ready, you’ll need to make some decisions. Potty chair or regular toilet? Pull-ups or underwear? Rewards? Whatever you decide, be sure to be consistent and get all care givers on the same page. Also, have the child wear “easy clothing”-tights, snaps and buttons can quickly become a nuisance! Get these tips and more at www.askdrsears.com and www.babycenter.com.