Strategies for Potty Training Boys

Many parents claim that boys are harder to potty train than girls, and in some cases this is true. However taking the right approach to potty training boys can make all the difference. The number one thing is to make sure your child is ready to be trained. While the average age of children who potty train is between 18 and 36 months, boys are often at the later end of the scale. So it is very important to stay patient until you notice signs that your child is ready to be potty trained.

If your child is staying dry for two hours or more, that is a sign. They may also express interest in using the big potty or wearing underwear. Taking your son shopping for underwear can help a great deal, there are briefs with all kinds of favorite characters on them that your child will love. Also, let him be a part of choosing the potty seat. There are seats that sit on the floor and those that are placed on the adult toilet seat so your child can comfortably sit without falling in. These seats also usually have handles so your child feels more secure.

It is easier to teach your child how to sit on the potty than it is to teach them to stand up when they have to urinate. Many children learn to have bowel movements in the potty first, especially boys. Some boys will go ahead and urinate sitting down when they are training, as a matter of fact many potty seats have guards for this very purpose so urine doesn't get everywhere and goes in the bowl. Once your boy has mastered the potty sitting down, it is time to teach him to stand up when he has to urinate.

This is where Dad comes in handy, it can really help potty training boys to watch their father and see exactly how it's done. Most boys want to emulate their parents, so this can certainly help encourage your child's motivation. Another tip is to make a schedule for taking the child to their potty seat. Try to evaluate when they are likely to 'go' by watching them for about a week, then tailor the times you lead them to the potty around when they are most likely to have to use it.

 

 

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