Potty Talk!!!
 The age for potty training is rising. In the 1940’s, the average age for potty training was 18 months. Averages today, according to a 2001 study by Schum, show baby boys in the United States give up diapers at 39 months and girls at 35 months. Baby’s don’t have the “ability to hold urine and stool until they’re at least 12 to 18 months old”. So while they may learn to associate the toilet with elimination, they’re not actually being toilet trained. You’re child isn’t ready until he’s/she’s emotionally ready, just because your toddler can stay dry during a nap does’nt mean their ready to use the potty consistently. Your child also has to want to use the potty. Signs of that readiness include wanting dirty diapers to be changed, and being interested in “big kid underwear”. By: Heather
Posted on 22nd July 2008
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