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Potty Training Questions and Answers

Review questions and answers about common potty training issues and problems, like when to start, dealing with kids who are resistant to starting potty training, and what to do about accidents and regression.

Ask the Pediatrician

Ask our Expert Pediatrician, Dr. Vincent Iannelli, a question about your child and potty training through this online submission form.

When Should You Start Potty Training?

When should you start potty training? Most children are ready to begin potty training once they are 18 months to 3 years old.

Not Pooping on the Potty

Review what you should do if your child won't poop on the potty, even if she otherwise seems potty trained.

Potty Training Regression and Problems

Learn what to do when your potty trained child regresses, for example by having accidents or bowel movements on the floor.

Potty Training Resistance

Review what you should do when your child is resistant to potty training.

Professional Help for Potty Training Problems

Question of the Week. What do you consider to be professional help when it comes to potty training?

Potty Training Question

Review why a toddler might want to use the potty only when daddy is home.

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