Easy Potty Training

By Paul J James

Most parents dread potty training, especially because most of the advice they are getting about it is contradictory. The good news is, potty training does not have to be hard if parents follow a few simple steps.

A Team Effort

Before beginning potty training, parents need to agree the time is right. They also need to agree on the words to be used to discuss potty training with the child.

After the parents have made the decisions regarding methods and words to be used, be sure to inform other care givers who will need to help your child use the bathroom.

Show and Tell

Educating your child about her body and its functions is the first step in easy potty training. She needs to learn how her body works and what the feelings coming from her bladder and bowels mean.

This doesn't need to be highly scientific, keep your conversations with her at her level and use the words you've chosen for her training.

The next step is to let your child go to the bathroom with you. She's probably been doing this anyway, so use the time to explain to her that everyone goes potty.

Children are naturally curious, she'll ask plenty of questions, answer them plainly and simply. If your child hasn't been following you into the bathroom already, you may feel a little invaded at first.

It's important to relax so she gets the message that using the bathroom is a natural process and everyone does it.

Praise Praise Praise

Praise all her efforts and reward her successes. She will be eager to do it again. One of the best rewards are stickers she can put on a potty chart to celebrate times she used the potty or had a dry night.

All in all, your child is just as eager to be potty trained as you are. She's starting to see the difference between babies and big kids and wants to be one as quickly as possible (because they have all the fun!).

Let her learn at her own pace and your diaper days will soon be over. - 32531

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What is Infant Potty Training?

By Paul Jason James

Have you ever wondered how mothers managed without diapers in the past or how families toilet train in different cultures? There is an age period from birth to 6 months and that some babies remain receptive beyond this age to teach your baby potty training.

The basics of infant potty training involve learning your infant's body language, timing, patterns, in relation to feeding and waking In addition, many mothers instinctively know when their babies need to go. In short, it's about communication between you and your baby.

The goal of infant potty training is to toilet train a child while still an infant. Some parents begin this from birth. It's a very controversial issue with most experts agreeing that an infant does not have the neurological or physical development necessary to actually learn to control her bowels and bladder at this age. Mostly, it is the parent who is trained to hold the infant on a potty seat until she goes.

Opposing Views

Proponents claim there are many advantages to infant potty training though not much scientific data can validate such findings. They claim infant potty training means that the baby and their mothers can bond well together. It is easier on the infant and more comfortable for them as well. In addition, infant potty training allows the baby to become more independent and it also helps in reducing diaper waste, while it is also a natural and normal thing to teach your baby.

Opponents of infant potty training point to the futility of trying to force a child to learn something before she is capable of doing it. They compare it to trying to teach an infant to walk or talk at birth; the baby just isn't ready to do it. They feel the time spent holding an infant on a potty chair would be better spent letting the baby be a baby.

The gap between the two sides leaves parents to decide what is best for their child. Is the effort, when the child is so young, worth it? Only you can decide that. - 32531

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Toilet Training for New Parents

By Paul Jason James

Everyone has an opinion on when a child should be toilet trained. First time parents are often bombarded with comments of "isn't he potty trained yet?" and

"My baby was potty trained at eighteen months". The conflicting advice can be confusing.

Are You Ready?

Toilet training isn't something you wake up one morning and decide to do. Before you begin, there are preparations that can make the whole thing easier. First, both parents need to decide the method that they're most comfortable with. Do you want to use a potty chair? A potty seat? What words are you comfortable teaching your child to communicate the need to use the bathroom. Next, decide if you're going to use a reward system. What will it be? A sticker chart?

What does the child get for how many stickers? Is this the best time to start? Is there something major coming up in the near future that will throw the potty training program off schedule? If you're planning a marathon cross-country trip in two weeks, this probably is not the time to try to toilet train your baby unless you're ready to make potty stops every ten minutes.

Is Baby Ready?

Unless your child is ready to begin toilet training, you're in for a long haul and a lot of resistance. Until a child's neurological development reaches the point that the signal from the bladder reaches the brain in time to act, potty training will be futile.

You'll know your child is ready to begin toilet training when he expresses curiosity about the toilet and follows you into the bathroom to see what you are doing. You should encourage this and answer his questions. He'll also start having longer periods of clean diapers as he develops more control over his bladder and bowels. Ease Into It

Toilet Training is a process, not an event. It can very well take several months for daytime toilet training to be successful and nighttime toilet training can take even longer so prepare yourself and your expectations accordingly.

If you look at this as the final step from babyhood to childhood, the time flies. Just like Potty Training, this is a process which required focused effort. - 32531

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The Right Age For Potty Training

By Paul Jason James

One of the most frequently asked questions by first time parents is "what is the right age for potty training?" The short answer to that is There isn't one

Regardless of what you may hear from well-meaning friends and relatives, the right age to potty train your child is when your child is ready. Attempting to potty train a child who has not shown any signs of readiness will frustrate both you and the child and very possibly make him resistant to potty training in the future. Helping Your Child Get Ready You can help your child get ready for potty training by encouraging his natural curiosity. Let him follow you into the bathroom and explain that you're going potty. Let him learn how the toilet works. If his natural curiosity leads him to start happily flushing everything in sight, a simple toilet lid lock from the hardware store will save your sanity and your pocketbook.

You can also help him recognize that he goes potty. Ask him if his diaper is wet. When he starts to tell you on his own that he needs to be changed, he's getting close to being ready for potty training. Switching to cloth diapers at this point will also help since the cloth diapers don't wick the moisture away from his skin, he will be more able to feel wet.

Be Ready Yourself

Prepare for potty training by having the things you'll need on hand. If you decide to use a potty seat or potty chair, have it ready. Your child will need training pants or underwear which you can let him choose. He may decide to give it a try if it means he gets to wear his special new Superman underwear.

Get Your Team Ready

Anyone who interacts with your child needs to be prepared to support your potty training efforts and methods. Daycare providers, relatives, friends or anyone who may need to help him needs to know what words he'll use to tell them he needs to go potty and what do to help him.

He will become frustrated with the process if he tries to tell someone he needs to use the bathroom, and they don't understand what he means or what routine he's expecting. If you are using a sticker chart or other reinforcement/reward system, he will be very put out if he uses the potty and doesn't get a sticker from grandma.

The only one who can tell you when your child is ready for potty training is your child. By being ready yourself, you'll be able to act quickly and take advantage of the window of opportunity when it presents itself - 32531

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Puppy Training and Potty Training-A Fun and Bonding Experience!

By Anita L. Platt

Perhaps one of the most important things that you will teach your new puppy is where his potty is - outdoors. Potty training should begin as soon as you have your puppy home. There will be accidents and many moments of frustration; however, you and your puppy can succeed at this necessary life lesson by following some tested and proven tips.

An actual potty spot should be chosen to be puppy's potty. In order to make the potty area more attractive in your yard, you can place potted plants or flowers around where your puppy goes to poop and pee. This will also probably help the dog to remember and easily recognize the location of his potty.

Teaching the command "outside" is very important. You should say this command loudly to your puppy whenever he pees or poops inside. Then you will have to pick him up and run outside with him to make him finish going potty in his puppy training area. Then you will praise him for actually going on the potty.

Believe it or not, eventually you will teach and enable your puppy to use the potty on command. Puppy training on command also calls for another command word of your choice.

Praise should be given every time your puppy asks to go outside and actually uses his potty. Tell your friends and family to be sure to praise him in these cases as well.

Keeping a diary if when your puppy eats, sleeps and potties can help you decide when the most average times are that he will need to poop or pee.

Never use punishment when potty training your puppy; for that matter, does not use punishment in any puppy training endeavor. Punishment only confuses and scares your dog. Then he will be likely to have more indoor accidents than before.

If you follow the mentioned tips, while maintaining routine, love, and firmness; just when you feel like he will never get it - puppy will surprise you one day in his potty training efforts. This will be the first time he asks to go outside to use his very own potty! - 32531

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A Little Advice For New Parents

By Ruth Valdez

As a new parent you face many problems and issues that you need to realise and consider with immediately. Newborns do not come with an instruction book so here is some information on some things that you need to know about.

Washup your infant: Your baby's umbilical cord will fall off in about 1 to two weeks after they are born. Until it falls out, you should only give your infant sponge baths. You could moisten a cotton ball or cotton swab with alcohol to help dry the umbilical stump or only follow your pediatrician's directions. You can give him a bath in a sink or shallow tub after the stump falls off.

Abdominal delivery: A caesarian is normally executed to make delivery safer for you or your baby. C-sections can be done for many different reasons including procrastinated labor, complicated labor, problems with the baby that may make delivery problematic, or other problems. It does not matter if you deliver vaginally or by a C-section, you are still a mother with a gorgeous new blessing.

Circumcision: A lot of doctors feel that there are many advantages to having your infant circumcised, however it may not be absolutely necessary. It may help to cut down the risk of urinary tract infections and eliminates just about any probability of penile cancer. Circumcision will not cause any long-term sentimental problems for your kid.

Crib death (SIDS): Several studies have been done regarding SIDS. Although the reason of SIDS has not been emphatically determined, there are some correlativities that have been made between SIDS and the following things: Female infants are less likely to die from SIDS than male infants The risk is greater with early birth Minority children are more likely to be impacted by SIDS than non-minority children are. More children of young, single mothers die of SIDS Smoking in the home greatly increases the risk of SIDS

Some people think that sleeping with your baby is okay and continue to let their infants sleep with them. The American Academy of Pediatrics disagrees with this and says that there is a greater risk of SIDS in babies who sleep with another person. Babies should sleep alone in a rocker or crib either next to or near an adult. You should never put pillows, blankets, stuffed animals or anything that might put your baby at risk in their bed.

Most pediatricians advocate that babies sleep on their back to decrease the chance of SIDS. The reason for this is widely debated between health experts. If you have concerns please talk to your pediatrician. There are no dumb doubts when it comes to the health and safety of your kid, so please do not be reluctant to demand for help. - 32531

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Different Ideas For Infant Shower Favors

By Margery Haman

A infant shower is oftentimes the most fun event during an pregnant mother's pregnancy. It is a great way to fete the coming of a new infant! Infant showers should be a joyful and memorable time, not just for the mom-to-be, but for the guests as well. Planning a baby shower should not be all that complicated, though it does require some thought and consideration.

Infant shower favors are items which should be considered when having a shower. They are a good way to thank the guests, family and friends, for feting with the mother during her time of rejoice. Here are some unique and fun infant shower favor ideas to get you started:

Teddy Bear Crystal Baby Favors - Beautiful keepsakes, these luminous crystal teddy bears are a great way to celebrate a little one and to thank your guests for being a part of this special time. Each multifarious crystal statuette is embellished with valued teddy bear facial characteristics in black.

Infant Bottle Candle Favours - Candle Favours are an affordable way to thank your guests with classic charm and modern way! An adorable, realistic present for your guests, these infant bottle candles celebrate baby with a fascinating glow. Available in Pink or Blue, embellished with star and heart decorations.

Baby Teddy Bear Frame Favors - Attractively stylistic and astonishingly affordable,these cute photograph frames are a endearing style to thank your guests. Available in Pink or Blue, these endearing resin baby frames are shaped like a baby footprint. Embellished with a cute teddy bear on a rocking horse and blocks spelling out the word BABY, they're perfect for use as place card holders or as take-home favors for your guests.

Baby Rocking Horse Key Chain Favours - An adorably practical style to thank your baby shower guests, these Baby Rocking Horse Key Chain Favors possess the classic rocking horse on a key ring they'll love using again and again. Affordable and so fascinating, these rocking horse favors are admirable keepsakes they'll incessantly remember.

Infant Biscuit Cutter Favor Set - Treat your baby shower guests to an endearing favor they'll enjoy using again and again! The Baby Cookie Cutter Favour Set will arouse lovely memories of your infant shower each time your guests make a fresh batch of their favorite cookies. Each set of cookie cutters includes a rocking horse, a teddy bear and a bottle.

ABC Baby Block Cookie - Butter cookie with your choice of either Pink, Blue or Pink Green combination icing. They make great infant shower favors and/or gifts. All biscuits are Pas Yisroel and Kosher/Dairy, also has no transfat.

It is About Time - Infant is Brewing Teapot Timer - These teapot kitchen timers are amply durable keepsakes, featuring a twist bottom that counts down any interval of time from one to sixty minutes. This virtual, memorable shower favor is the ideal way to thank your guests for a special infant shower!

Baby Fun Mint Tins - The perfect affordable present for your guests, these cute, versatile cans are good for organizing buttons and small jewellery or refilling with mints or candy after the infant shower. These endearing mint cans are festively decorated with a rattle, a teddy bear and a heart design. In Pink or Blue, these fun tins are ready to be filled with candy or other treats for your baby shower.

These are just few ideas for fun favors you could get for your own infant shower. Keep in mind that to make your party even more fun and unforgettable, choose favors that concur with the "theme" of the party. - 32531

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Potty Training Puppies Help and Information

By Todd Hammerstein

Getting a new puppy is very exciting. It doesn't take long, however, to realize that a new puppy takes more patience than you may have thought. Potty training a puppy, including teaching him to go outside requires a lot of effort on your part.

If you try to potty train your dog to go to potty outside before it is a month old you may be wasting your time. It's easier and better to start potty training your puppy around two months of age. At this point, the best approach is to work out some kind of routine with your puppy. Haphazard training rarely works.

If you jump up to take out the puppy every few minutes you will soon grow weary and your puppy may not get the point of too frequent visits outside. Set up a schedule to take your puppy out about once every thirty minutes or so. It's also a good idea to take your puppy out before you sit down for a meal. You don't want to have to get up and take the puppy out when you are in the middle of eating.

Get a routine going and maintain it and you will have your puppy potty trained in no time. Trust me; it seems to take forever if you don't work with your dog on a schedule. You and your puppy will be more happy with a schedule which you intend to stick with.

Some people feel that establishing a routine is just too excessive. The reality is that it is a fairly simple thing to do, and it will help get your puppy trained. It is the best way for your puppy to learn. Just like potty training a child, your puppy will need to see and complete the process a number of times before it actually "clicks" that going outside means time to potty.

Sometimes you have to try to determine why your puppy doesn't want to go outside. This is difficult, but not the worst problem you will face. There are other issues like puppy whining and barking. Take one thing at a time. Don't give your puppy sensory overload. Get him accustomed to pottying outside first. This will be your most pressing task. - 32531

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A Guide to Infant Scales

By Joann Breen

Baby scales are used to measure breast milk and the weight of infants.

When baby arrives early or has medical problems, health care providers turn to the Medela Baby Weigh Scale for measuring breast milk consumption. The baby is weighed before and after nursing, and with a touch of a button, the Baby Weight Scale counts the baby's intake. For infants, the Baby Weight Scale can evaluate the difference of one-half teaspoon of breast milk.

Deficiency of weight gain in an infant should always be taken severely. Be certain to check that your baby is being weighed properly. Weighing should perpetually be done on the same scale because of the slight differences between scales. It is advisable to use a infant scale to weigh an infant. You also should weigh your baby once a week, because of the daily weight variation due to feedings, urination, bowel movements, etc. If the weight continues to be and you know that your baby is either gaining no weight or losing weight, baby should be seen and evaluated by a doctor right away.

If baby's weight increases but does not seem adequate, check if your baby's feeding is proper. Are you providing food five or six times a day? Are you giving breast milk or infant formula to the infant? If you're giving breast milk, does your baby seem full after a nursing is complete? If you're using formula, are you mixing it right? At 6 months old, infants need supplementary calories from solid foods. Are you offering solid foods several times a day? Is your baby keeping all the solid food down? If everything appears normal, you still might want to get your baby analyzed, just to be certain that baby's weight is adequate. All physicians will use special baby scales to evaluate the baby's weight.

If a baby has a "congenital heart defect", it means the heart or blood vessels near the heart did not grow normally before birth. Often the term "innate heart disease" is used to mean the same thing.

Healthy babies usually multiply their birth weight between 4 and five months of age. A infant with a congenital heart defect may grow more tardily during infancy and childhood, although the development often varies according to the type and severity of the condition. An 8 to one-pound gain in a month may be a standard weight gain for a baby with a heart defect. You will require to weigh your infant, and the pediatrician can do so for this or any other condition. The baby is normally weighed every month, and the measurements will indicate how better your baby is growing. - 32531

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Tips on Buying Baby Slings and Baby Carriers

By Brittany Garner

The baby pram has been used for centuries, and has lately gained superb favour among contemporary mothersmoms. It is felt that an infant has more privacy with a sling (Actress Keri Russell says her pram is her infant's "paparazzi shield"!), and it is especially useful for breastfeeding mommies.

There are several essential things to consider when taking a sling or front carrier. First, ensure the pram to see what size / weight it is rated for. Is the sling padded? Cushioning is good for protecting toddler's delicate legs. When debating between infant carriers and baby prams, keep in mind that front carriers are designed for babies from eight to twenty-five pounds, while infant prams can be used for preemies all the way up to toddlers at thirty-five pounds.

For fluffy carriers, make sure that it's washable and has variable straps. This permits you to keep the same great fit as your baby grows. Your baby should fit snugly, and have good head support, and their weight should be equally spread. Just use a carrier to move the baby about when you are walking. Never use it to carry the infant on a bike, in a car, or any other means of transportation. Ensure the carrier from time to time for any damage: things like a pulled crinkle, a missing or loose snap or strap, or a place where the cloth has worn through and a cutting edge is bulging.

Some car seats change to lift-out-and-carry baby carriers. While these can be heavy and bulky, some mothers favor them to conventional carriers. Many are designed to snap into a car seat base, or into a stroller. Only use those types of models unitedly. Never take a base from one model (maybe that someone has given you) and try to set up something to hold your carrier in it. In an accident, the carrier will break free, and your infant will become a impulsive! If you own a new car, never put your baby's carrier / car seat in the front. In the event of an accident, the airbags could cause severe injury to your infant.

In the case of a backpack carrier, consider getting one that can be worn on your back, side or front. It gives you more options depending on the age and temperament of your child. Some carriers offer a sun shell (which doubles as a rain guard) as an added bonus. Remember, the heat of the sun is much more harmful to an baby's head than an adult's. You want your baby's weight equally spread, so get a backpack carrier that's flexible. Make sure the fabric is washable, and easy to remove; dirty cloth is a breeding ground for germs. Follow these tips, and your baby will remain safe and healthy and so will you. - 32531

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Best Ways To Toilet Train Your Puppy

By John Michaels

Dogs are actually really clean animals. They won't soil close to where they eat, or where they sleep. The thing is, a house is a completely different story. Living in a house is unnatural for an animal whose instincts would be to roam wherever she wants to go, so you will have to help her learn where and when she can relieve herself.

The sooner you can train your dog or puppy proper potty expectations the better. Trying to break the habit of a dog is quite difficult and it can be very frustrating. You need to use guidance and encouragement to help the pet. Animal experts all have some great ideas that can help you house train your dog.

As we talked about, a dog is really sanitary. If a dog does soil accidentally in the wrong place, to him, it is going to be far away from where he eats. This is true for the place where the dog sleeps as well. But, unless you find a good place for her to go and train her in that manner, the rest of your house is okay to them.

Training a fully grown dog is essentially the same as a puppy. You'll need to take him outside every few hours and also 30 minutes after he eats. It is about repetition. Stay with the pet until she goes, and then praise her when she does. If she does not go, bring her back inside and try again in fifteen minutes. Watch her though. If the dog starts sniffing and circling take them out right away as this is a sign that she is about to go. If you keep an eye and help condition the dog, they will start to associate going outside with potty activities.

Some dogs are housebroken much faster than others. Some dogs personality will cause her to go one way or the other. But, if you take her outside at the right time, it will go smoother. A puppy of less than four months old will need to go out during the night. Older puppies can hold it that long. A dog that cries to be let out has an urgent need. Get up and take her out, she needs every chance to succeed that she can get. Positive reinforcement is necessary for success.

Your approach and how you treat your dog will greatly affect the learning ability. If you catch your dog going in the act, distract her with a clap or call her name. You really need to approach this with patience. Clean up any accident that you find on the floor. If the dog approaches during this time, ignore her. Don't talk to or punish her at this point. The worst thing that you can do is to yell at her or physically punish her. This will cause her to fear you and to not bond as well to you. She wont connect it to the accident at all. Don't create a negative condition and you and your dog will do fine together! - 32531

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Selecting a Baby Monitor

By Margery Haman

A baby monitor is an essential purchase for expectant parents, as it will impart you the peace of mind of being able to check on your sleeping baby wheresoever you are in your home. Unluckily, these monitors are the kind of device which you are implausible to have any experience of until the time comes when you need one, and it can be hard to know which type to purchase.

There are three basic types of monitor: audio, video, and movement or breathing.

The audio monitor is the most popular type, and at its most basic comprises of a transmitter that you place in your baby's nursery, and a receiver that lets you 'listen in', alarming you if your baby begins to scream or otherwise shows signs of waking. The low-priced modules will have a fixed receiver that needs to be plugged into a wall socket for power, but most models today have a rechargable moving receiver which you can carry from room to room, or even outside so long as you persist in range.

The range of your monitor system will depend on a number of constituents, including the structure of your home - thicker walls will reduce the range - and any sources of noise such as neighbouring monitor systems, computer wireless networks, and even microwave ovens with special models.

Disturbance is less of a problem these days, as most models will now let you choose from a range of transmits to control on, so if you do find interference problems, you can change to a new channel to hopefully clear things up. Some units just feature 2 or 4 transmits which you have to manually select, while the more modern designs now have hundreds of channels which will be selected automatically to minimise interference in the current circumstances.

The more modern monitors, like so much else these days, use digital technology. What this means in practice is a broader signal, and an enhanced range of performance.

Those are the basic principles of audio monitors, but there are other characteristics available depending on the model. A common one is an intercom or talkback system where you can talk to your baby with the help of the monitor, assisting you to soothe her back to sleep without the noise of going into the nursery. Other models may have nightlights or cradlesongs which you can set to play either automatically or manually, again without entering the room, while another common feature is temperature alerts where you can see how warm the nursery is, and be alerted if it falls outside a stable range.

The final point to consider when selecting a monitor system is cost. The range is huge, from only a few dollars up to a few hundred. For something as important as a monitor though, it is valuable getting the best model you can buy, as after all, if the system doesn't perform well and you can't trust it, then it's efficaciously a waste of time. - 32531

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Potty Train Your Puppy In No Time

By Remco van Reenen

Potty train your puppy in no time. When we bring a new puppy into our home, our lives are changed. The puppy becomes a member of our family. Treat him/her with the same kind and care as you would your own child. Puppies have feelings and needs.

A new puppy will bring joy into a home. But they do often have little habits that are not too thrilling. Being unable to go potty outside will take some work. Puppies are not potty trained from birth. And it is not a something that they develop on their own either. It needs to be trained. They do not know that peeing inside the house is wrong. Cats are born knowing how to use a litter box. Puppies are not.

Begin by sticking to a regular schedule. If a puppy has irregular patterns with sleeping, eating, then his excreting patterns will be harder to fix. Make sure he sleeps at the same time and wakes up around the same time. There needs to be a routine that is developed. The more regular his schedule is, the more faster his potty training will be conquered.

When your puppy starts to urinate inside of the house, tell him, "No!" Tell him firmly, but never yell. Yelling at the puppy will make him feel bad and resent you. You do not want your puppy to be scared of you. You want him to feel the same love and affection you towards him.

Be observant of your puppy. Watch for things like sniffing around. If he starts to stop whatever it is that he is doing and begins to sniff around, watch out! That is a sign that he is looking for a place to do his deed. Whenever he starts doing this, tell him to stop and carefully lift him outside. Let him finish his business outside.

Potty training will take about two or three weeks. If it takes longer than that, talk to your veterinarian. See what other methods you can use to help your puppy. Or get some additional advice from an obedience trainer.

It is vital that your puppy knows when he is doing good. When he starts doing his business outside, reward him. Praise him or give him an extra doggy treat. A positive feedback will lead to greater results. He will know that he is doing something good. - 32531

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Potty Training Boys - 3 Reasons You Should Start Potty Training A Boy Sitting Down

By Lily Adams

Potty training boys can be pretty difficult, even more so than potty training girls, simply because they have more steps they have to learn. This article will discuss 3 reasons to start potty training a boy sitting down.

1. Less Confusion: Whether or not they learn how to urinate standing up or sitting down, boys will still have to learn how to use the bathroom sitting down in the case of a bowel movement. Because of this, it is recommended that they learn how to do both sitting down first instead of trying to teach two different skills at the same time.

2. Fewer Accidents: Urinating standing up is going to be a messy process regardless of when they learn how. In the beginning when they are first learning how to use the potty, by potty training boys sitting down there will be fewer accidents to worry about which will make the process easier on you both. Learning how to aim can come later after they have first graduated and are using the potty successfully.

3. Much Faster Results: Doing one step at a time will allow you to see faster results for the whole process. Then once they have learned how to use the potty successfully, tackling the next step to pee standing won't be nearly as difficult. Messes from the next step are going to happen, but they should be much less of an issue since diapers will no longer be in the picture.

This article looked at 3 reasons you should start potty training a boy sitting down. Because boys have more to learn than girls, it can be easier for them to learn sitting down first. This will result in fewer messes in the beginning and faster results since it is much easier to tackle one step at a time rather than two skills at once.

Potty training toddlers is a taxing endeavor; it can take many weeks of perseverance and patience. The end result is worth the trials you both will go through and the above steps will hopefully help ease you through the transition from diapers to underwear.

Choosing whether or not to potty train a boy sitting down or standing up is a hard decision for some...

Do you want to learn more? - 32531

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Baby Potty Training - 5 Reasons to Potty Train Your Baby Early

By Lily Adams

A lot of kids are potty trained around the age of 2 or later. Another option available is baby potty training which has its own benefits even though it might be harder for some people to implement. This article will discuss 5 reasons to give early potty training a try.

1. Encourages Baby-Bonding: Even without scientific study on the matter, supporters of this method are claiming that infant potty training has the potential to bring you closer to your baby. Since it is necessary to be very in tune to your baby's needs and signals, it creates a kind of communication between you and your baby that wouldn't normally be there.

2. Less Irritation: An increase in crying and fussing that many children experience has been linked to possible diaper irritation. Naturally, by using less diapers with this technique, these common rashes can be decreased or even avoided.

3. Increases Independence: Some believe that by going without diapers, your baby will begin to increase their independence as you encourage them to crawl. This could not happen if they were using diapers as they are very dependant on you for this.

4. Less Diaper Waste: The number of diapers used around the world has created significant waste in our landfills. Cloth diaper usage can be one solution, yet it has its own negative effects on the environment as considerable energy is used to launder them. Baby potty training can help in these areas as well as being friendlier on your budget.

5. Completely Natural: Mothers in Africa and Asia often carry their un-diapered infants around. They are able to do this without being soiled because they have become accustomed to reading the signs of their babies. While the technique of holding your baby away from you before being soiled won't work for most modern families, the same principles of reading your child's signs apply.

This article looked at 5 reasons to potty train your baby early. Not using diapers can encourage baby bonding, be more comfortable to the child, increase their independence and reduce diaper waste all at the same time and has been considered more natural.

This method is not a well documented one and is greatly debated, however if you are considering giving it a try you probably have more questions...

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