Potty Training Tips for Boys

Potty training a boy at times can be very challenging, especially since I (the mom) is home doing all the potty training by myself since the hubby works all day. One thing to always remember is to share your tips and guidance with your hubby and family so your child gets the same reinforcement from everyone. You want to have everyone on the same page. Especially when they get to wear big boy underwear and when training pants are needed.   At times I need guidance with how to take my son to the next stage of potty training and to tell you the truth I find that my son is always surprising me because he let me know when he is ready. I had many people telling to wait till my son was three to start potty training because it will be easier. I felt that I would test my son at different stages of his development so he would let me know. I tried it when he was two years old and it was the wrong time. He was not speaking much and he did not understand the concept. I tried again right before he turned two and half and he showed interest. He still was not talking much but I found that it was the perfect time to start. At the beginning it felt like a losing battle at times. He would have one good day and then one bad day. However, I noticed within a couple of weeks that we were having a lot of good days.  The key is being positive all the time with you child. As long as they know that you will be super excited each time. Last week was our first real outing to with no diaper or pull ups while at  sea world. I did go prepared with extra change of clothes and diapers just in case. We kept a good eye on our son to see if he gave us any sign he needed to go. One tip I will give new parents is at first your child will not tell you they need to go potty but will give you physical signs like doing the pee dance. I have to say our first outing was a success! No accidents the entire day!

Still need some tips? Then guess what I got to know  two experts about potty training. Jeannette Kaplun who is a mom who has potty training boys and girls and writes a very popular blog as well as journalist, recognized parenting expert, experience in TV, radio and media in general.  Jeannette gave some key points to remember when potty training boys is:

• At times it take boys longer to potty train.
• Regression its normal in any child just keep positive reinforcement
• When potty training your child pressure will make thing much more difficult, at times waiting a couple of month makes a huge difference.

We also got Dr. Cotton help answering some question about potty training. Dr. Cotton is a Miami base pediatrician for 17 years and has three children of his own. Dr. Cotton dedicated his career in providing Hispanic mother with the tool and information about heath care. His key point about potty training are

• Potty training a boy sitting down or standing up will all depends on the family and no way is wrong way. 
• Potty training should begin when the child is mature enough.
• Scheduled potty brakes through out the day to remind the child to go to the potty.
• Patience is key in potty training and positive reinforcement.

If you have not seen it yet Pull-ups also  has a wonderful phone application which has timers you can use to set to remind yourself and your child that its time to potty.  The app is available for android and itunes and its called Big Kids app at pull-ups. The app has Disney characters which I know my child loves! He is in that stage where he love cars. Pull-ups has help me keep at it with potty training and made it fun for my son. 

If you still find that you need a support system then come over to http://www.pull-ups.com where many mom's are sharing their stories and support. I also love to read the Pull Ups potty training tip of the day, they can be very helpful.

Till next time,

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