Trying to potty train our 2 1/2 year old girl?

Question

Me and my husband have been trying to potty train our youngest since she was 1 1/2 years.She used to tell us when she had to pee sometimes,and every time she had to p**p.But now she just goes in her pull up and won't say anything.Our 5 1/2 year old daughter was very easy to potty train,but not this time around =)

Answer 1

What you need to do is buy some "big girl pannies" and tell her that only big girls can wear them. Tell her she is not allowed to go potty in them. If she does then take something she like away unitl one time she goes potty in the toilet.

   Or buy those papers that you put on the toilet and when they go to the bathroom on it, the pee colors the picture.

Answer 2

the first step is take her out of the pull up!!!  It's frustrating I know,, (my daughter is 4 and has been completely potty trained since age 2!)... it's frustrating to constantly change wet panties, but you have to understand that she won't like the feeling either and she'll be more likely to tell you when she has to go to avoid that yucky feeling.  the pull up absorbs the pee so it's not as uncomfortable.

Answer 3

probably strain her, this way she  knows when.

Answer 4

Put underwear on her and she will get tired of carrying a load in her pants (it's uncomfortable and squishy) but she will become trained in short order.

Answer 5

It really helped my daughter to build on her interest in the real toilet and to take away the hesitation.  I found a very safe and very sturdy stool with sides for the toilet so she could hold on the whole time without touching the toilet.  http://www.amazon.com/Elite-Child-Corpor...

She loved doing things on her own and potty trained right away.  This stool made all the difference and was well worth it.  Hope this helps.

Answer 6

1 1/2 was very young to begin potty training. She may have found it fun and different at first, but now she's bored with it.

If you really believe she is ready to be trained, then get rid of the pull-up and try regular underwear.  Otherwise, put her back in diapers and wait until she IS ready.

Answer 7

My most successful tip would be to place a potty in the room where she spends most of her time.  I know it is kind of gross bu that way she can go whenever she gets the urge and she will not have to tun to the bathroom or ask you for help.

I would definitely stop the pull ups, atleast when you are home.  Either go for underwear or let her go bottomless.  The pull ups are great for when you are out and about but can really hinder your progress.

Answer 8

Hey, I don't know if you've tried this, but the way that my mom potty trained us was with M&M's. They were treats, and we only got on if we used the potty. It worked well! We were all potty trained b4 we were 2.

I hope this helped some.

Answer 9

give her a lil treat when shes finished, so she'll get used to it. But i dont suggest giving too much sweets, but just a lil bit. & take her to toilets so she can get used to it.

Answer 10

So is your child ready? Ask yourself these questions:

Does your child seem interested in the potty chair or toilet, or in wearing underwear?

Can your child understand and follow basic directions?

Can your child ask simple questions?

Does your child stay dry for periods of two hours or longer during the day? Does he or she wake from naps dry?

Does your child have fairly predictable bowel movements?

Does your child tell you when he or she needs to potty or p**p?

Is your child uncomfortable in wet or dirty diapers?

Can your child pull down his or her pants and pull them up again?

If you answered mostly yes, your child may be ready for potty training. If you answered mostly no, you may want to wait awhile — especially if your child is about to face a major change, such as a move or the arrival of a new sibling. A toddler who opposes potty training today may be open to the idea in a few months.

When you decide it's time to begin potty training, set your child up for success. Start by maintaining a sense of humor and a positive attitude. Then:

Pull out the equipment. Place a potty chair in the bathroom. You may want to try a model with a removable top that can be placed directly on the toilet when your child is ready. Encourage your child to sit on the potty chair — with or without a diaper. Make sure your child's feet rest firmly on the floor or a stool. As your child checks out the potty chair, help him or her learn how to talk about using the bathroom. Use simple, correct terms. Let your child see you and other family members using the toilet.

Schedule potty breaks. If your child is interested, have him or her sit on the potty chair or toilet without a diaper for a few minutes several times a day. Read a potty-training book or give your child a special toy to use while getting used to the potty chair or toilet. Stay with your child when he or she is in the bathroom. Even if your child simply sits there, offer praise for trying — and remind your child that he or she can try again later.

Get there — fast! When you notice signs that your child may need to use the toilet — such as squirming, squatting or holding the genital area — respond quickly. Help your child become familiar with these signals, stop what he or she is doing and head to the toilet. Praise your child for telling you when he or she has to go. When it's time to flush, let your child do the honors. Also remember the importance of good hygiene.  Make sure both boys and girls learn to wash their hands after using the toilet.

Consider incentives. Some kids respond to stickers or stars on a chart. For others, trips to the park or extra bedtime stories are effective. Experiment to find out what works best for your child. Reinforce your child's effort with verbal praise, such as, "How exciting! You're learning to use the toilet just like big kids do!" Be positive even if a trip to the toilet isn't successful.

Be consistent. Make sure all of your child's caregivers — including babysitters, child care providers and grandparents — follow your potty-training routine.

Ditch the diapers. After several weeks of successful potty breaks, your child may be ready to trade diapers for training pants or regular underwear. Take time to celebrate this transition. Go on a special "big kid" outing. Call close friends or loved ones and let your child spread the news. Once your child is wearing training pants or regular underwear, be careful to avoid overalls, belts, leotards or other items that could hinder quick undressing.

Treat mistakes lightly. Accidents are inevitable — especially when your child is tired or upset. When it happens, stay calm. Simply say, "Uh-oh. You had an accident. Let's change you. Pretty soon you'll remember to use the potty chair every time you have to go."

Sleep soundly. Most children master daytime bladder control within three to six months of starting potty training. Nighttime control may take months — or years — longer. In the meantime, you may want to use disposable training pants when your child sleeps.

Know when to call it quits. If your child resists using the potty chair or toilet or simply doesn't get the hang of it, take a break. Chances are, he or she simply isn't ready yet. Try it again in a few months. If your child isn't interested in potty training by age 3, you might ask your child's doctor for suggestions.

Occasional accidents are harmless, but they can lead to teasing, embarrassment and alienation from peers. If your potty-trained child reverts or loses ground — especially at age 4 or older — or you're concerned about your child's accidents, contact his or her doctor. Sometimes wetting problems indicate an underlying physical condition, such as a urinary tract infection or an overactive bladder. Prompt treatment can help your child become accident-free.

Answer 11

For my 2 yr old I tried the reward system. Whenever she did what she had to in the potty I gave her a piece of candy and I cheered and clapped to get her excitied and that let her know mommy is happy because of what she did. When she got up, I showed her what she did in the potty. So now she knows to get candy and moomy excitied use the potty.

Answer 12

I have potty trained my 2 boys and a niece I babysit all before the age of 2.....I just put them in underwear and buckled down to dealing with the mess for a few days. Have plenty of clean clothes on hand, plenty of patience, and a sticker chart always helps. When they get 10 stickers for going then take them to get ice cream or something. Use plenty of encouragement....a timer helps with reminding you both when it is time to try again. Don't give up and be consistent. If you let it go once.......it is like starting from scratch. I also put them in the tub and wash them with slightly cool water when they have an accident.....it helps deter future mishaps!! Good luck!

Answer 13

The last month me and my hubby have really "buckled down" the last couple of months trying to get my little one potty trained. We can up with setting a kitchen timer to "ding" ever 45 mins.. when it dings she goes potty. We also have a sticker chart.. every time she goes potty she gets a sticker.. after 100 stickers she gets something.. a day at the park, ice cream, a dollar she can spend one whatever she wants at the dollar tree...

Answer 14

ask her if she needs to go to the potty and then she'll say yes or no.. and just ask her if she needs to go everyone once in awhile and then take her to her toilet! then when shes done say YAY!! good job sweetie! and give her a big hug.

Answer 15

OK, I potty trained myself at age 2. So don't worry, just give it some time, she will come around, you are trying too hard. Some babies are just fast, but some are slower. That is normal. K? If she is 4 years old and still can't/won't do it, do to a doctor and tell them.

Answer 16

every time she needs to go, take her to her little toilet and then after she does her thing, give her a little cookie or something to show her thats what shes supposed to do. and shell catch on.

Answer 17

because you started really early you probably shouldn't use pullups you dont want her to think she can continue to go in them. consently bring her to the toilet espically after meals. I would also put her in timeout after going on herself this may sound harsh but it worked with my daughter who is 3 and she didn't like having to sit in timeout instead of going back to play.

Answer 18

to start off potty training, tell her youll reward her for telling you before she has to go.! not big rewards, just small. sooon after she gets the hang of it you wotn need to anymore