How to I get my two year old daughter to stop making a mess with her #2?

Question

My daughter just turned two on Sunday, and I am trying to potty train her. She hasn't been very responsive, and she thinks the whole process is a joke. Instead, she has taken up the habit of playing in her #2 (only nice way I could think of saying it). She hides in her bedroom and gets it everywhere. It makes me absolutely insane! She did it right before bedtime tonight (right after a bath!), and I made my husband clean her up because I was at my breaking point. I made her stand in the corner for a very long time until she said "I'm sorry". She knows she isn't supposed to do it because she hides and then cries when you catch her (before you actually punish her). How do I make this stop??? Is she rebelling against potty training or does she just consider this fun? She is the most hard headed out of my 3 kids, and I need some ideas quick!

Answer 1

I just duct tape it shut.

Answer 2

I was gunna say a Cork, however it might not be a bad idea to speak with your medical professional or some type of child psychologist.

Answer 3

First, don't be afraid to say p**p.  Second, NOOOO punishments during this process.  You need to sit in there with her through the whole thing.  If she starts playing, you say "no!".

She probably doesn't even know why she is sorry.

Answer 4

LOL, I feel for you. Our youngest daughter did this also. It is a phase some kids go through. She will eventually outgrow it, but it will take time and patience. Our daughter hated when we would make her wash her hands after she got caught. She eventually quit doing it because she didn't want to keep washing her hands all the time. I don't think there is really a lot you can do to make her stop, just be patient and she will outgrow it in time. Good luck and keep plugging away at the potty training.

Answer 5

I agree with Nate's Mom. I think that she is not ready to be potty trained yet. She just turned 2, so it's not like she's past the age when it's appropriate to wear diapers. Try in another month or so.

Answer 6

You need to monitor  her eating habits and he pooping time...make sure and be there to guide her...

She is just rebeling against your authority..its HER p**p..you have to take the time to rain her...get on a schedule..

Make sure and let her know you are unhappy with what she is doing...she will catch on...just be persistent and consistent..YOU are the boss..THEY will test you continually....HUGS!!

Answer 7

She thinks it's a joke because you allow her to. You need to regain some strict control. Try using a structured method like a sticker chart to reinforce good behaviour.

Answer 8

She's not ready. Try again at another time.