'When' and 'how' of toilet-training: smart and easy things to do
By: Aishat Idowu, R.N Photo source: istockphotos C hildren develop each skill in stages, one preceding the other— usually from simple to complex. It is important for mothers to assist their babies to have good transition at every stage of their development. By default, every child will grow to a stage when they are mature enough to begin the use of potties and gradually stay off diapers. This stage of development is not constant and therefore varies from child to child. While some babies develop quite early (18-24months) or even earlier, others are delayed (3-4 years) even without any obvious developmental fault. Generally, boys experience more delays than girls. Toilet-training could be very easy for some, and at the same time, extremely difficult for others. The difference is in the recognition of the appropriate timing. Timing: is my child ready? The time to start toilet-training is as important as the whole process of toilet-training. Identifying when a...