Part 2: A Complete Guide to Teach Children to Learn About Cleanliness

What if toilet training does not work?

If her first attempt at cleanliness fails, your child may not be ready. Do not be disappointed or angry. You can not rush toilet training. If your child refuses to use the potty, stop trying for 1 to 3 months.

Your child may refuse to bow in the potty training urinal or toilet, especially if he does not have foot support. In this case, let him poop in a layer, to prevent him from becoming constipated. Constipation can make the stool painful. If your child is in pain, it will probably take longer for him or her to become clean. If you are concerned that your child is constipated, ask your doctor for advice. Your child will have a lot more success in learning about cleanliness once constipation is treated.

My child used the potty well, but started to escape again. Is it normal?

It happens that a child who used the potty regresses and starts to escape. He may be experiencing a period of stress, such as the arrival of a new baby or a recent move. In this case, you can give it to the layers. Watch for signs that will tell you if he is ready to try again.

What about cleanliness at night?

Even if your child is clean and dry all day long, it may take months or even years to become clean during nap or at night.

l Your child may continue to use a diaper, but encourage them to use the potty if they have to go to the bathroom at night. Tell him he can call you for help.

l When she stays dry for several nights in a row, you can try putting on her a pair of cotton panties or training pants. If you place a sheet of plastic under the contour sheet, you will protect the mattress.

l If that does not work, give her diapers or training pants and try again a few weeks later.

When should I talk to my doctor about toilet training?

Consult your doctor if your child:

l do not use the toilet at 4 years old;

l has used the toilet for at least 6 months, but now seems to be regressing;

l Holds his stool, hurts when he goes to the potty or has blood in his stool;

l has redness or rash around the vulva, a cloudy or smelly urine, or seems to suddenly need to go to the toilet more often or without being able to wait.

Part 1: A Complete Guide to Teach Children to Learn About Cleanliness

When it comes to toilet training, every child is different. Some children are ready at 18 months, but most are interested in 2 to 4 years.

As a parent, you have the task of being patient and monitoring your child's cues every step of the way.

How do I know when my child is ready?

Your child is probably ready to become clean if he:

l is interested in the potty (for example, he observes you or loves the books on toilet training).

l stay dry in his bed for several hours.

l has regular, predictable stools, or knows when he is urinating and stooling. For example, your child may change rooms or hide behind a piece of furniture.

l is solid and well balanced when sitting on the toilet or potty.

l can follow one or two simple guidelines.

l can let you know when to use the pot.

l wants to be autonomous.

The training of the cleanliness is not done in one night. It may take 3 to 6 months before your child can get rid of his diapers for good.

Make sure you have enough time to patiently help your child every day. If other people are taking care of your child, talk to them about your intentions. It is important that everyone works together and goes in the same direction.

How can I help my child use the toilet?

Plan

Your child may be more stable on the potty training urinal than on the toilet, because his feet will touch the floor. If you do not use the pot, you will need a suitable seat and a stool. Install the pot so that your child can access it easily. You can install them on each floor or in each bathroom of the house.

In the beginning :

l Give your child clothes that he can take off and put back easily.

l Choose words to describe liquids, functions, and body parts. Using the right words, such as urine, saddle, penis and vagina, can help to avoid confusion or embarrassment. Avoid words with a negative connotation, such as "dirty" or "stinky," which can be annoying to your child.

l Let your child watch you use the restroom or pretend to help his favorite doll or doggie to do so.

l Always accompany your child to the bathroom.

Exercising

l Establish a routine . Put your child on the potty at specific times of the day, for example, as soon as he gets up, after meals or snacks, before and after naps and before bedtime.

l Help your child get used to the potty . Let her sit on the little pot all dressed, then encourage her to sit on it for a few minutes without wearing a diaper.

l Watch for signs that he needs to use the toilet. Encourage your child to tell you when he needs to go to the bathroom. Do not forget to congratulate him, even if he tells you too late.

l In general, boys first learn to sit pee. It is not a problem. They can learn to do it later.

l If you read a story to your child while she is on the pot, you may help her relax.

l Teach your child to wipe properly . Girls should wipe from front to back. Most children will need you to wipe them yourself until preschool age, especially after a bowel movement.

l Teach your child to wash their hands after using the bathroom.

l When your child has been using the potty for at least a week, suggest that they try cotton panties or training pants . Make this transition a special moment.

Praise and be patient

l Congratulate your child often . Be patient and in a good mood. Rewards are useless

l Expect accidents, because there will be! Avoid punishing your child or reacting too much. It is helpful to have extra clothes on hand.

How to Deal With Children’s Refusal to Eat?

Child nutrition is an essential duty for parents. But sometimes the child refuses to eat. He is constantly evolving, so for his way of enjoying food, it happens that one day he eats well and another he does not swallow much. What to do in these cases? And what organization can be put in place to encourage children to eat voluntarily?

Why does a child refuse to eat?

The child's appetite changes according to his temperament. This can mean an expression of his personality, it is the child who sets up that he has his choice. Sometimes, too, he may not be hungry.

The refusal to eat can come from the change of type of food. Accustomed to feed with milk, he finds it odd to add pasty foods or pieces and his appetite decreases.

The refusal to eat can also result from a discomfort that the child feels: colic, diarrhea, a thrust of the teeth, ... or during a weaning that the child does not like because it seems too brutal.

What solutions to bring?

It is necessary to put in place some rules to encourage the child to eat:

1.Check if the child is in good condition to eat: he does not look tired, has slept well or has had enough nap or feels bad somewhere.

2.Avoid taking meals in an environment that allows the child to have fun with television. Toys are not allowed.

3.Make the child feel that the meal is a pleasant moment without constraint or strength.

4.Respecting a schedule for meals and snacks leads to a routine that will be adopted by the child. The snack should not take the place of meals.

5.Prepare the gyro bowl with a reasonable amount and an attractive presentation, try to vary the qualities.

6.Limit excessive drinks that easily decrease appetite.

7.Do not serve other foods than expected. The little stomach of the child fills up quickly.

8.Do not extend the meal time, a good half hour is enough.

9.As the child learns by imitation, being a good example also helps him to eat well.

When should you worry?

If the mother prepares a hearty meal for the child and the child refuses to eat, it begins to scare. No worries should arise if the child is well and is gaining weight normally.

If the refusal to eat increases, it is necessary to consult a doctor or seek the advice of a specialist.

Refusing to eat is not an isolated case for a child. Where you have to emphasize is the monitoring of your health status. The advice given above can help you, their application depends on each family but we welcome your ideas and comments on this topic.