My Toddler Is Suddenly Refusing to Sit on the Potty
“Is it a sign of toilet training issues for my (girl) toddler suddenly refusing to sit on potty? She’s had multiple daily accidents for the last 3 weeks because of it but had no issues before”
I would have liked to know your daughter’s age because it is tricky to answer your question without knowing.
I would first take her to the GP to check she does not have constipation, a bladder infection, or diabetes. Alternatively, consider if something has happened to her recently that may have created an emotional reaction to the potty? Has the refusal to sit on the potty happened as she has started nursery/school? Have you recently moved homes, gone through a divorce, or had a new baby?
It is also useful to remember that learning to use the potty is a skill and like with any other skill, learning is not linear, it usually has setbacks. It is not usual for children to experience potty training regressions. So, try to be patient and understanding. Give her gentle reminders about using the potty regularly. When she uses it, praise her and clearly show how pleased you are. Children like their parents to be pleased with them, so they are likely to repeat behaviours their parents like. Do not make a big fuss when she has accidents. Gently tell her that next time she must remember to use the potty. And you should remember that she is not doing it on purpose.
You will find these articles useful:
My 6-Year-Old Is Having a Lot of Accidents
What to Do with Potty Training Regression?
How Many Potty Training Accidents Are Normal?
I hope this helps! I wish you and your daughter all the very best.
Love,
Ana
Qué fantástico artículo y que buenos consejos. Ha sido de una gran ayuda. Un abrazo muy fuerte
Maravilloso artículo sobre la serie Adolescentes y consejos de gran ayuda en una etapa tan complicada de nuestros hijos , tan desprotegidos frente a las nuevas tecnologías.Es una ayuda tremenda para nosotros. Muchas gracias
I'd imagine this is quite deteremental for a childs development in the long run as nothing stays the same forever, and we shouldn't really be making these categorisations, especially towards our children.
Just live life, sometimes you'll have to be the parent that's the shoulder to cry on. The week after you may have to raise your voice a little when everyone is in a rush and you're trying to get your children's shoes on.
Just balance it all out, don't be too self critical and pick up on what your child wants and needs.
Again, great writeup!
Thank you so much for your comment. I totally get what you mean. It is always difficult to have kids living with you, wanting to support them and their parents but at the same time not wanting to step in anyone's toes. If there's anything we can do to support you and your family, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
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sO great to have you here! Totally agree that Zara is great! What other topics would you like us to discuss?
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