The Best Method for Potty Training Boys: 4 Stages for Success

Every parent lives for the day when their child will successfully potty trained or toilet trained. This is a very important milestone for every child and parent. A potty trained child will have a much easier time joining pre-school, not to mention the savings the parents make, with the rising prices of diapers.

For you to succeed in potty training your child, whether a boy or a girl, you need to understand the 4 stages that each child must go through in their potty training journey. You will experience different challenges when potty training your toddler and you need to know what each stage entails and what you can do in order to succeed in the shortest time possible.

There are four important stages that each child will experience as they potty train.

The first stage involves introducing your child to potty training. This stage is much easier if your child is able to communicate and take simple instructions from you. In this stage, you are training your child to respond to the call of nature by using the potty or the toilet instead of using a diaper. The child will get used to this concept with time and consistency. Remember to select a potty or toilet seat that is designed for boys.

During the second stage of potty training, your child may experience frustration. He now has a basic understanding of what a potty is and what is expected of him but lacks the skill to do it. At this point, he is still not in touch with the urge to use the bathroom. Frustration may also arise from watching other children and older people use the bathroom property while he struggles. It is important to keep potty training consistent and deal with your child lovingly even when he messes up. Encourage and praise him every time he uses the potty correctly. Remember to remind him to use the bathroom often.

At this stage, success is almost there. Your son will get more and more comfortable to the using the bathroom. He will continue to experience accidents at this stage. Distractions will easily make him forget to use the bathroom or delay his response to the call of nature. It is best to keep distractions at a minimum at this stage and keep home routines predictable and normal. Your son will not be able to take himself to the bathroom with assistance from you. Remember to teach your child basic hygiene by reminding them to wipe and wash their hands after using the bathroom. Success is very close now. Keep your focus and encourage your child with special treats on a job well done.

This is the last and final stage of potty training. This is the stage that takes the longest, as your child finally masters the art of using the bathroom. The goal here is to have your son use the bathroom with little or no assistance from you. Your child will now not need to be reminded to use the bathroom. Continue to teach him the need for hygiene and to encourage him at this stage.

With this easily to follow steps, you can successfully potty train your boy and enjoy a diaper free life. The need to carry a baby bag can now become a thing of the past. Your child will feel much more independent and enjoy pre-school with his new found skills.