Re: Any advice for potty training??

On Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:36:10 -0800 (PST), mommak
<millardjacobs@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

On Dec 18, 8:07 pm, kev...@xxxxxxx (Beth Kevles) wrote:
Hi --

I'd suggest leaving a kiddie-potty where it's handy and see if she's
willing to sit on it. As long as you don't push, and don't show anger
or upset when she won't or can't comply, then go with your instincts and
see what she can do.

At this age, toilet training seems to have stages. One is the ability
to know when she needs to go and try to get to the toilet. Another
(often coming much, much later) is the ability to go on demand, such as
right before leaving the house. Another is the ability to go
independently, as in removing her own clothing and putting it back on
when she's done. Wiping is a gradually acquired skill, and you should
keep close tabs on how she does it without getting frustrated that she's
not very good at it.

Each skill -- I'm not sure if I hit them all -- can be acquired
separately, and don't need to happen all at once...

Another thing you may want to consider is the bare-bottom approach.
This approach (best done in summer, in my opinion) helps kids get the
connection between physical sensation and what comes out. The diaper
can really get in the way of this connection.

I hope these ideas help,
--Beth Kevles
bethkev...@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://web.mit.edu/kevles/www/nomilk.html-- a page for the milk-allergic
Disclaimer: Nothing in this message should be construed as medical
advice. Please consult with your own medical practicioner.

NOTE: No email is read at my MIT address. Use the GMAIL one if you would
like me to reply.

Thanks so much. That is all I'm asking for. Some other people... I
won't mention any names, are being a little rude about this. I just
wanted some advice... And you gave me some great advice that I totally
agree with. THANKS AGAIN. Kristin

Oh, it's okay, you can mention my name. I don't mind your thinking
I'm rude for pointing out you keep spamming even though several people
have nicely asked you not to.
Continuing in the same vein you've been... "you don't have to read my
posts".... is likely to get you dumped into killfiles, or people will
just stop trying to help you.

That said, you got advice. We told you to wait until she's older.

If that's not what you want to hear, there's not much we can do about
that.

Nan

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