“What’s most important is that you look for the classic signs of readiness. When a child is starting to go into a corner to poop privately, when they’re aware of what’s happening, they can be an active helper in the potty-training department. “Some kids will verbally say, ‘Change me, I’m wet.’ That’s a good sign, or if they’re removing the diaper because it’s uncomfortable. It can be tricky now that diapers are so absorbent. When they’re able to talk about it a little bit and show interest in what Mom and Dad are doing when they go to the bathroom, that’s a good sign of readiness.” — Christina Johns, MD, MEd, FAAP, senior medical adviser, PM Pediatrics, Lake Success, NY
title: “What Age Potty Training Should Start For Most Kids” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-20” author: “Angela Brookens”
“What’s most important is that you look for the classic signs of readiness. When a child is starting to go into a corner to poop privately, when they’re aware of what’s happening, they can be an active helper in the potty-training department. “Some kids will verbally say, ‘Change me, I’m wet.’ That’s a good sign, or if they’re removing the diaper because it’s uncomfortable. It can be tricky now that diapers are so absorbent. When they’re able to talk about it a little bit and show interest in what Mom and Dad are doing when they go to the bathroom, that’s a good sign of readiness.” — Christina Johns, MD, MEd, FAAP, senior medical adviser, PM Pediatrics, Lake Success, NY
