At 3 1/2, your child may be about to start kindergarten, but most preschool programs do not take the kids in diapers or training pants. Most children are excited to start preschool, and you can use this to motivate your child to learn to use the potty. At this age, children naturally want to exercise control in all areas that he can then use this desire positively to emphasize that the child can control his body. Tips for Potty Training to 3 1/2 years Lay the foundation The ...
Potty train your child is no easy task. Using the toilet is a skill learned over time. Most children are ready to start potty training around 2 years of age and are fully formed by age 3. A child is ready for potty training when he has a sense of bodily functions and the necessary motor skills to control their body. Communication is essential for him to understand how to ...