allisonbrownn
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The 3 year olds I take care of will not get potty trained. I am just looking for suggestions.
I am a stay home mom. I take care of my son who is 22 months and two 3 year olds. (along with a few more.) My question is...how to handle the potty issue. Both 3 year olds know what they are doing. They still go in their diapers,and pull ups. Their parents have tried underwear still had accidents. I don't know if it is a control issue or what.
One set of parents have major issues with temper tantrumes and everything,on the other hand when he is with me we have no problems...I have yet to see a fit that they have talked about.
The other child has a very is very sweet,strong willed,and gives his mother ALOT of problems. He will go when you ask him to but most of the time he will wet his pull up.
I know this is a long question I am just looking for suggestions.I have tried treats,songs,books,everything.
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One set of parents have major issues with temper tantrumes and everything,on the other hand when he is with me we have no problems...I have yet to see a fit that they have talked about.
The other child has a very is very sweet,strong willed,and gives his mother ALOT of problems. He will go when you ask him to but most of the time he will wet his pull up.
I know this is a long question I am just looking for suggestions.I have tried treats,songs,books,everything.
> 60 days ago
Answers (1)
It would appear that you have a lot going on with the children in your care. Good for you for trying.
By two, most children are in control of their sphincters controlling stool and urine and by three most have recognized the "urge to go". Focus on timed toileting. By that, take them one at a time every so many intervals to the toilet. No distractions. If they go, reward; if they don't thank them for trying and go back to another activity. The parents must do the same at home and not be bullied by controlling behavior. It takes time, but you are on the right track. Good luck.
Wayne Yankus, MD, FAAP
expert panelist: pediatrics
By two, most children are in control of their sphincters controlling stool and urine and by three most have recognized the "urge to go". Focus on timed toileting. By that, take them one at a time every so many intervals to the toilet. No distractions. If they go, reward; if they don't thank them for trying and go back to another activity. The parents must do the same at home and not be bullied by controlling behavior. It takes time, but you are on the right track. Good luck.
Wayne Yankus, MD, FAAP
expert panelist: pediatrics
> 60 days ago
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