Is your little princess making it difficult for you to potty train her? Are you confused about how you use the bathroom at your daycare or preschool and refuse to do it at home? Is it really easier to potty train girls than boys? Do you need some kind of advice on how to potty train girls?
My daughter was a bit of a drama queen when we were potty training her. She expressed all the basic signs of interest in the idea, even following me around as she went through my bathroom routine. But when it came to homework, she was inconsistent. Sometimes she did her thing on the potty; sometimes she made a mess.
However, just before he turned three, we had a breakthrough. How did we manage to teach him to go to the bathroom? Here are some tips on how to potty train girls:
- The myth of the genre
- Fight for power
- pretty on potty
- Patience
There is no difference in potty training girls and boys. Some say that girls learn faster, but I think it really depends on your child’s disposition.
Here’s what confused me: My son was perfectly potty trained at daycare, but he refused to do the same at home. I soon realized that it was some kind of power struggle. Parents, learn to assert yourself when your child does this to you. He lovingly insists that they use the potty. If they dirty, clean it up. Be strong despite the moans and tears.
Another thing I found helpful was buying a pink potty for my daughter. This may sound silly, but many children are actually afraid of the potty, often thinking they might fall on it. Buying a nice one might help ease the scare.
Finally, whether you are potty training girls or boys, be patient. When you feel like you are about to lose your temper, step up and ask your spouse to take charge.
