Signs your toddler is ready to start potty training
Is your toddler ready for potty training? In this Ask the Experts video, pediatrician Dr. Tanya Remer Altmann reveals 7 signs your little one is ready to start toilet training and leave diapers behind.
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Finally, if your toddler asks to use the toilet and wear big kid underwear, she's likely ready to take this big step.
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I'm Dr. Altmann. Are you tired of diaper duty? There's a good chance your toddler is, too. In fact, she may be letting she's
ready to get out of diapers. Here are some signs that it's time to start potty training. She stays dry for several hours at a time.
She has regular, predictable bowel movements. She shows signs that she's about to go in her diaper, such as hiding or squatting.
She seems uncomfortable when her diaper is dirty and asks to have it changed. She follows simple instructions, walks to the bathroom,
and helps undress herself. Finally, if your toddler asks to use the toilet and wear big kid underwear, she's likely ready
to take this big step. I'm Dr. Altmann. For more tips to raise happy, healthy kids, watch all our Health Smarts videos right here.
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